Substation Project Engineer

Overview

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV.

Project Engineer

Gahanna, OH, United States (Mankato, MN opening referenced in responsibilities)

• Conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded substations, including material procurement, construction and commissioning/startup support through energization.
• Development and delivery of physical, electrical, civil and communication design studies, calculations, drawings, exhibits and specifications.
• Assist the Project Manager in planning and execution of projects, including client and stakeholder coordination, training and mentoring of design staff, project quality assurance, and oversight of design engineers, designers, drafters and support staff.
• Coordinate completion of specialized tasks with discipline groups such as Distribution Studies, Transmission Studies, Grounding Studies, Protection (relay coordination and settings), Civil Engineering, Communication (SCADA Integration), Transmission & Distribution Engineering, Environmental Planning, Surveying, Lands/Right-of-Way, and Project Management/Controls.

• Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 6+ years of project and design engineering experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organization and planning skills; ability to work in a team environment; commitment to quality and accuracy; and willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules.
• PE license is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of power engineering principals; strong familiarity with applicable codes, standards and design tools; basic project management execution skills; ability to oversee and direct design personnel on a project team.
• Experience in the utility or merchant power industry is a plus.
• Subject to client-mandated drug and background checks. Occasional travel/driving required; subject to ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements.
• Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future.

Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include the following:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Continued professional education reimbursement

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in the planning, engineering, and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities.

An Equal Opportunity Employer