Project Lead Engineer (Utility)

What We Are Looking For Aldridge is seeking an experienced, energetic, self-starting team member with a strong project leadership background to perform engineering design activities for electrical substations. This position is based out of the Libertyville, Illinois office with the ability to work remotely. What You’ll Do Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and quality of assigned projects Perform and direct internal and external resources in the detailed design of medium to extra high voltage substations and transmission lines including, but not limited to: one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, Station Electrical Assembly Drawings, cable and conduit plan and details, ground grid design and details, foundation plans and details, structural plans and details, control enclosure design and details, lightning protection plans, bills of materials, inter-discipline coordination activities, specify and select substation equipment, contribute to substation equipment specifications, construction support, facility studies, and site visits Coordinate with vendors and review and select vendors Manage RFIs and information flow for projects Perform QA/QC for deliverables to clients Support PM with project reporting needs Support proposal development Support the mentorship and training of other team members Shall understand and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs Travel will be required (estimated +/- 25%) Who You Are BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering), BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology) degree, or equivalent technical education Equivalently, seven (7) or more years of experience in substation design Experience in 15kV through 345kV substation design and IEEE/ANSI standards Experience filling the role of project engineer/lead for several transmission & distribution projects occurring concurrently Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Excel and Word Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, tracking and organizing many tasks of varying importance and size Proven ability and desire to mentor and help others Five (5) to seven (7) or more years of experience in substation design Experience in electric utility substation design (15kV through 500kV) and IEEE/ANSI standards is a plus Ability to successfully participate in multiple projects concurrently and manage budgets and schedules What We Offer The annual base pay for this role is between $100,000 - $140,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including: location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for vehicle allowance and bonus. Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Wellness Incentive Programs Short and Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance Legal Assistance Identity Protection Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Company 401(k) Matching Contributions Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote people in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aldridge Electric