Substation Design Engineer (Mid-Level)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Substation Design Engineer (Mid-Level) is responsible for the coordination and execution of engineering for medium- and high-voltage air and gas-insulated substation projects, including new installations and modifications/upgrades of existing substations in the 34.5kV–550kV range.

Responsibilities

· Collect and analyze data from multiple disciplines to support engineering design and project execution.

· Coordinate and interface with multidisciplinary teams including civil, protection & control, automation, procurement, environmental, and compliance with NERC and utility standards.

· Attend pre-engineering and pre-construction meetings, and perform site visits for data gathering and job assessments. Document field conditions and apply findings to project design.

· Interact with clients, project managers, vendors, contractors, and internal teams to communicate project status and resolve technical issues.

· Lead and support engineering and design activities including, but not limited to:

o Substation / switchyard general arrangement, layout & elevations

o Grounding studies and design

o Equipment selections and reviewing vendor drawings/ specifications

o Equipment documentation reviews

o Auxiliary power (AC and DC) design

o Raceway system/trench & conduit design

o Bill of Materials

o Lightning protection analysis and design

o Illumination design

o Prepare new and modify existing relay drawings including relay panel arrangements, single lines, three lines, AC & DC schematics, equipment wiring, and relay panel wiring

o Review existing drawings/conditions and incorporate changes per customer requirements/standards

o Coordination with substation structures, transmission tower/Dead ends and equipment including line hardware, connectors, insulators, switches, and all types of conductors.

o Coordination with foundations, Grading Plan, Fence layout

· Review engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with project requirements, customer specifications, and applicable standards (NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI).

· Review and coordinate vendor submittals to ensure adherence to design requirements.

· Provide technical oversight by reviewing the work of engineers and designers for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with codes and standards.

· Support Project Engineers/Managers in reviewing design documentation prior to approval.

· Follow PNODE INC. quality processes and document control standards to ensure accurate and complete deliverables. Identify risks related to safety, reliability, cost, or schedule and recommend solutions.

Qualifications / Required Skills

· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (required).

· Minimum 4+ years of substation engineering experience or 8+ years of related transmission/substation experience.

· Strong knowledge of substation design and engineering studies, including:

o Grounding calculations

o Cable ampacity and voltage drop calculations

o AC/DC load studies and equipment sizing

o Battery and battery charger sizing

o Lightning protection analysis

o Illumination studies

· Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

· Knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical.

· Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work independently.

Additional Requirements

· Travel up to 30% within the United States.

· Ability to work independently and lead project efforts with minimal supervision.

· Must have authorization to work in the United States.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises.