Technical Specialist ; Substation

Overview

GAI Consultants is currently seeking a Technical Specialist 3 to work in the Power Delivery Substation Department. The successful candidate will work on various substation engineering projects, including detailed design for high‑voltage substation projects from 12 kV through 500 kV. Thrive in GAI's corporate culture that empowers employee advancement with support for career and professional development and engages with staff to build mutual trust, respect, and consideration for diverse perspectives, people, experiences, and ideas.

• 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
• Assist with the technical development of the scope of services and cost estimates for substation and P & C projects

• Supports design of a complete project, system, component, or process
• Occasionally prepares complete plans, specifications, and other project documents
• Supports design work in both independent and team‑oriented environments

• Occasionally plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work
• Occasionally prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects

• Receives general direction on key objectives and guidance on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria
• Occasionally attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments

• Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences

• Familiarity with substation design

• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area
• Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria
• Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
• Applies leadership and teamwork skills to effectively plan, execute, and manage scopes, schedules, and budgets to meet project stakeholder needs

• 4+ Years of Experience

• B.S. Engineering or other technical degree

• Market‑based, competitive compensation
• Performance‑driven recognition and development bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• Additional floating holiday – use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

GAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.