Substation Designer

Job Details

Job Location:

Remote - RRC Power and Energy - Round Rock, TX 78664

Position Type:
Full Time

RRC is seeking a talented Substation Designer (Physical) P&C to help us build the future of both U.S. and Canada energy production from both remote work locations and any one of our U.S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.

• Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations
• Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members
• Quality Work – able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Above and Beyond – versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

• Complete substation (Air & GIS) switchyard design packages encompassing operating single line diagrams, layouts, sections, bus calculation/selections, ground grid, cable tray/trench/duct bank, lighting, lightning protection, prefabricated control building layouts, AC/DC station service supply, voltage drop, conduit/cable tray fill, bill of materials, etc.
• Complete substation protection and control design packages including single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, etc.
• Complete renewable energy collector system design packages such as medium voltage systems with switch gear, transformers, AC/DC inverters and power cables, AC/DC distribution systems, PV plants, battery energy storage systems, and wind turbines for both wind and solar projects
• Interface with internal and external team members including electrical engineers, electrical designers, drafters, project managers, and take ownership of the project to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Support development of standards, optimizations, and processes and provide execution plans with strong follow-through

• Minimum of diploma or bachelors degree in drafting / electrical design
• 5+ years related experience in AutoCAD, Micro Station, Civil3D, and/or AutoCAD Map3D in power delivery (transmission and distribution systems for utilities or industrial), renewable energy, or power generation
• Strong CAD skills with experience utilizing layers, blocks, XREFs, coordinate systems, annotations, and dimensioning while abiding by company and industry drafting standards
• Must be authorized for full-time work in Canada
• Ability to work on multi-discipline projects
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Excellent computer skills; proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook with advanced MS Office skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and make recommendations
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Self-motivated and work with minimal guidance
• 3D Modeling experience a plus
• Experience with PVcase, PVCAD a plus
• Knowledge of renewable energy industry relating to utility scale wind and solar projects, such as MV power systems and AC/DC distribution system a plus
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems a plus
• Understanding of applicable industry codes and standards…