Electrical Substation Engineer - Hybrid - # 2705 at Wade Trim

Detroit, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Infrastructure, UtilitiesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
10 or more years of experience with high voltage substation design (distribution, sub-transmission, and transmission level voltage classes)
Strong knowledge of utility standards, NESC, and understanding of construction techniques
Self-motivated, works well with others, excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills
Willingness to travel
Preferred: Professional Engineering License
Preferred: Experience with Bentley Projectwise, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam Revu PDF Editor, and SAP/Maximo

Responsibilities

Act as lead engineer on multi-disciplinary substation design projects, delegate tasks to less experienced engineers and design technicians, ensure projects remain under budget and on schedule
Coordinate electrical design with civil/structural and civil/site engineering teams to ensure consistent designs, high quality, and meet project schedule and budget
Attend and/or conduct client and project meetings
Create detailed project proposals including scoping, preliminary conceptual design, and detailed cost estimates
Assist with marketing, project reports, and technical presentations
Provide support to business development and/or pursuit activities
Coordinate with internal project controls and accounting staff
Perform detailed quality reviews of project deliverables
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and design technicians
Provide guidance and direction on design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes
Assist in developing, maintaining, and updating engineering standards
Develop electrical design deliverables, including protection and control design (protective relays) and/or physical design with emphasis on continuous improvement
Prepare one-lines, installation plans, section views, and details for power substation equipment
Prepare schematics, panel elevations, panel wiring diagrams, and interconnection diagrams for protective relaying & control schemes
Prepare research and develop recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection
Prepare complex engineering calculations/studies (e.g., lightning protection, conduit fill, AC/DC station service loading, surge arrester sizing, voltage drop)
Prepare RTU control, status and analog point lists, raceway/cable schedules, maintenance/signage, and nameplates
Maintain excellent client relations
Promote sales
Maintain a safe working environment

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Substation DesignHigh Voltage DesignBentley ProjectwiseBluebeam RevuSAPMaximoMicrosoft OfficeProject ManagementCost Estimation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this position?

The excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program.

Is this role remote or hybrid, and what are the location requirements?

A flexible work schedule (hybrid or remote) is available, and the position is based in our Michigan offices with some travel required.

What are the key required skills and experience for this role?

A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and ten or more years of experience with high voltage substation design are required. Preferred experience includes Bentley Projectwise, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam Revu PDF Editor, SAP/Maximo, and a Professional Engineering License. Strong soft skills such as being self-motivated, working well with others, and excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills are also needed.

What employee programs and groups does the company offer?

Employee Resource Groups and Programs include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

What makes a candidate stand out for this Electrical Substation Engineer role?

Candidates with a PE license, experience in high voltage substation design across distribution, sub-transmission, and transmission levels, proficiency in tools like Bentley Projectwise and Bluebeam Revu, and strong leadership skills for mentoring juniors and leading multi-disciplinary projects will stand out.

Wade Trim

Civil engineering and infrastructure solutions

About Wade Trim

Wade Trim specializes in providing customized solutions for infrastructure projects, focusing on civil engineering, planning, and surveying. Their approach emphasizes collaboration and effective communication to deliver reliable solutions that maximize the value of clients' infrastructure investments.

500 Griswold St #2500, Detroit, MI 48226, USAHeadquarters

1926Year Founded

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Consulting, Industrial & ManufacturingIndustries

501-1,000Employees