Substation Engineer at Valdes Architecture and Engineering

Lombard, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Utilities, Energy, Electrical EngineeringIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
3+ years of experience working in substation design
Experience in single lines, site plans, electrical plans/sections, grounding, and equipment specifications
Knowledge of transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, arresters, potential & current transformers, and control houses
Knowledgeable in SKM electrical modeling software
Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate complicated issues in a simple manner
Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities simultaneously
Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

Solid Knowledge within the Electrical Engineering discipline with the capability and the initiative to perform tasks while supervising and mentoring junior staff members
Assist staff with ensuring that engineering packages are completed on time and within budget
Prepare design packages consisting of one-line diagram, site plan, electrical plans & sections, conduit plans/details, grounding plan/details, and bills of materials
Maintain positive business relationships with key client contacts throughout the project lifecycle
Coordinate engineering details/drafting with multiple department designers to develop project drawings
On-site interface with client engineering representatives and other discipline engineers
Coordinate physical design for high voltage substations
Perform AC and DC load calculations
Familiarity with protection and controls design
Cable routing design
Utility interface design
Equipment selection and specifications
Bills of materials
Site plan, plans/sections, conduit, and grounding
Coordinate with other design disciplines
Control building and panel hardware specifications
Development of sequence of construction identifying pre-outage work

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

One-Line DiagramsSite PlansElectrical PlansGrounding PlansEquipment SpecificationsTransformersCircuit BreakersDisconnect SwitchesArrestersPotential TransformersCurrent TransformersControl HousesAC Load CalculationsDC Load CalculationsProtection DesignCable RoutingSKM

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Substation Engineer position?

The salary range is $75,000 - $125,000 a year, based on factors like relevant experience, total years in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications.

Is this Substation Engineer role remote or does it require on-site work?

The role may require visiting job sites for exchange of information and on-site interface with client engineering representatives and other discipline engineers.

What skills and experience are required for the Substation Engineer position?

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, 3+ years of experience in substation design, solid knowledge of electrical engineering including single lines, site plans, grounding, equipment specifications, and familiarity with SKM electrical modeling software.

What is the team structure or work environment like for this role?

The role involves supervising and mentoring junior staff members, interfacing with client engineering representatives and other discipline engineers within the Valdes A&E organization, and coordinating with multiple department designers.

What makes a strong candidate for the Substation Engineer role?

Strong candidates have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 3+ years in substation design, exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills, strong communication abilities, and experience supervising junior staff.

Valdes Architecture and Engineering

Provides engineering and project management services

About Valdes Architecture and Engineering

Valdes Architecture & Engineering delivers expert engineering and project management services across various sectors, excelling in process simulation, instrumentation and controls, project management, procurement services, and construction management. They maintain a focus on delivering high-quality and precise solutions that cater to a wide range of industrial needs.

E 22nd St, York Township, IL 60148, USAHeadquarters

1992Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Consulting, Industrial & Manufacturing, EnergyIndustries

51-200Employees