Engineer IV - Studies

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Engineer IV - Studies, responsible for a broad range of detailed engineering designs for high voltage substation, collection, and transmission projects through 500 kV. The role focuses on time domain simulations including TOV and Harmonics using PSCAD, with experience in phasor domain simulations using ETAP, PSSE, and PSCAD. The engineer works closely with other engineering and design team members to coordinate the overall design package and requirements.

Minneapolis, MN, Fargo, ND, San Antonio, TX, and Denver, CO.

• Minimum 10+ years of related work experience in system studies, with 4+ years focusing on time-domain simulation
• Responsible for working closely with other engineering and design team members to coordinate the overall design package and requirements
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria by using judgment in making adaptations and modifications and providing interpretations and conclusions with support from other Engineers
• Interface and present to multiple stakeholders (e.g. customer decision-makers, project teams, etc.)
• Perform data analysis and basic engineering calculations required for designs from low voltage through 500 kV substations
• Assist with the review and approval of equipment vendor drawings and test reports on equipment from manufacturers
• Provide engineering support for proposals, estimating, procurement, and construction
• Mentor, coach and develop junior team members
• Assist higher and lower-level engineers in the completion of large complex projects
• Support studies methodology development that shape analysis practices aligned with our customer requirements and Mortenson’s best practice standards
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and Design Phase Managers to successfully deliver design projects
• Verify that construction agrees with electrical engineering design drawings
• Assist in the implementation and development of a QA/QC process
• Assist in the development and evaluation of the technical requirements for procurement and construction packages
• Assist field personnel in resolving unanticipated site conditions
• Experienced in electrical power engineering theories and principles
• Experienced in researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Professional Engineering (PE) certification
• Strongly preferred Masters or PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related Engineering program
• PSCAD, Harmonics and Power Studies experience
• Strongly preferred degree is from a school of engineering with accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum
• Ability to travel up to 10%

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $109,300 - $164,000. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

• Visa sponsorship is offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

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Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Construction