Substation Engineering Lead - Physical - Remote (U.S.)

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Join us.Job DescriptionAECOM has a position available for a Substation Engineering Lead with a specialization in utility substation design. The focus of your experience must be in the power delivery industry and be associated with electrical engineering with respect to the physical design of utility scale substation development.The responsibilities for the position include, but may not be limited to:Senior technical resource may serve as technical advisor for team.Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for substation scopes.Develops study and design procedures to facilitate high-quality cost-effective work by others.Participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.Develops estimates of technical efforts for projects.Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawingsPrepares technical specification sections.Provides input for the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements.Responsible for assisting with identification of key client interests and drivers and may determine the key clients in some instances.Communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work.Remove any impediments that are obstructing the engineering team from achieving its goals.Works to advise Management about how to maximize ROI for the team.Attending all client technical review meetings.QualificationsMinimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.Minimum 6 years of relevant high voltage substation design (physical) experience Professional engineer license (PE)Experience with use of AutoCAD and/or Bentley MicroStationExperience with use of CDEGS, WinIGSPreferred Qualifications:Proficiency in assessing mechanical forces and thermal effects of high fault currents on rigid busKnowledge of construction practices and constructabilityExperience with proposal writing and project estimatingWorking knowledge of scheduling and project controls processes2+ years of overseeing and managing a project teamAbility to manage multiple concurrent projects and assignments. Superior Verbal & Written CommunicationsGood knowledge of the industry and technology trends specific to substations.Strong familiarity with the NEC and National Electrical Safety Code Additional InformationRelocation assistance is not available for this roleSponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available for this position.About AECOMAECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to workYou will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: AssociateIndustry: Construction