Electrical Design Engineer-Substations

Substation Design Engineer

Responsibilities and tasks:
Design engineering and technical coordination tasks include, but are not limited to the following:

• Design appropriate drawings for cost-effective substation layouts, grounding, lighting, cable plans, bill of materials, etc.
• Review physical design drawing packages, perform electrical & mechanical calculations, and perform other engineering studies as required.
• Have basic protection design knowledge to help review P&C schematic drawings in physical & electrical accuracy.
• Coordinate cross functional teams including engineers, designers, field personnel, and external stakeholders.
• Help schedule and coordinate activities of purchasing, drafting, and construction of substation equipment components.
• Create, review, and manage project deliverables such as design packages, reports, calculations, vendor equipment drawings, and construction documentation.
• Help facilitate client communication, project meetings, and status updates to ensure alignment and satisfaction.
• Support field activities including site assessments and data collection as needed.
• Provide consulting services to other groups in matters pertaining to system protective device coordination and/or automation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, engineering codes, company policies, applicable regulations, and customer standards.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and critical thinking skills to solve technical and operational problems effectively.
• Promote collaboration, team cohesion, organization, and attention to detail in all project phases.

Requirements:

• 4-7 years of substation design engineering or power delivery engineering experience for transmission, and/or distribution systems (both is a plus)
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university required
• PE Electrical and Computer:
  Power Certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong leadership and communication skills with an emphasis on collaboration
• Solid understanding of substation design principles (physical, electrical, protection & control)
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and PDF software
• Experience working with engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Microstation, etc. is a plus
• Strong focus on collaboration with team members and meticulous attention to detail
• Although primarily office-based, the role may occasionally involve fieldwork

PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.

PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

We encourage all individuals to apply.

The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.