Entry Level Substation Design Engineer

GAI Consultants is currently seeking an entry level Substation Physical Design Engineer to work in the Power Delivery Substation Department in our Lisle, IL, Pittsburgh, PA, or Kansas City, KS office. It would be beneficial for the successful candidate to have familiarity with substation design and relevant engineering internship or co‑op work experience.

• Perform detailed design of low to extra‑high‑voltage substations and switchyards
• Develop and/or revise existing drawings for one‑line, physical arrangement, electrical schematics, electrical wiring diagrams, grounding, conduit and wire schedules, bill of materials, site development, battery sizing, and equipment layout, including coordinating with CAD operators to develop organized, quality CAD drawings
• Integrate physical layout and design of substations to interface with protection and control drawings or vice versa
• Develop control and relay panel layouts including assembling the specifications
• Create project criteria
• Develop design specifications including the overall bill of materials
• Design and size auxiliary systems including AC/DC load centers as well as batteries and chargers
• Design and size conduit, cable, and backup generators
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews
• Travel to site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs
• Assist with the technical development of the scope of services and cost estimates for substation and P&C projects

• Bachelor's (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program with a strong academic background and coursework in electrical power concepts/AC power systems analysis
• Strong communication skills, including written and oral communication skills, in order to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
• Detail‑oriented and able to demonstrate professionalism at all times, with a “Client First” approach to all interactions
• Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously and possess strong time management skills
• Proficient with MS Office applications

• Familiarity with substation design
• Relevant engineering internship or co‑op work experience

• Possesses foundational engineering concepts through undergraduate-level education
• Acquires basic knowledge and develops basic skills through mentored experience
• Applies learned knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks
• Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience
• Understands and complies with ethical codes

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

• Competitive salary – GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401(k) company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

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