Position SummaryActalent connects passion with purpose. We are supporting critical engineering and sciences initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. With almost 40 years of experience, our scalable talent solutions and engineering and sciences services provide the expertise our customers need to achieve more.The position falls within the substation department of the organization. The engineer will working to complete projects that support our utility customer. They will work with in-house and client engineers and designers. They will provide, coordinate, and conduct training to lower level engineers.Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Develop project scopes, one line diagrams, and estimates for substation projects
Review substation construction drawings such as electrical arrangements, plan and section views, grounding, cable and conduit drawings, and other project documents and verify compliance with appropriate codes and standards
Engineer and design lightning protection, grounding, and equipment replacement and repair for substations
Make necessary changes and corrections to drawings and documentation
Verify the proper use of equipment and material according to project documentation standards and codes
Verify that material and equipment are ordered and delivered on time for substation construction
Travel to project sites for walk downs and gathering information to develop the correct requirements for the projects to scope and develop substations
Function as a project lead for substation projects
Perform all engineering and design activities with minimum direction
Lead, facilitate, and coordinate work activities of others within the work group, team, department, or those external to complete substation projects
Provide training and guidance to lower level employees
Identify and initiate corrective action when substation project objectives are not being met
Interpret codes and regulations and develop standards for construction projects
Promote engineering professionalism and standards
Participate in development of plans by establishing goals, objectives, and requirements
Work under supervision of higher level engineers
Position will require occasional site visits
Education and Experience Requirements
Minimum of five years of experience in utilities working with substations
Minimum of five years of experience completing engineering projects from start to finish
Minimum of five years of experience scoping, estimating, and ordering materials for substations
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering from an accredited institution
Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering from an accredited institution will count toward years of experience
A PE License is required
Requisite Abilities and Skills
Intermediate ability to perform design calculations such as battery sizing, AC and DC loads, system component selection, power transformer and circuit breaker selection, circuit protection, control and power cable selection and rating, bus bars, fittings, insulators, ground grid design, and lightning protection
Intermediate understanding of standards and codes such as IEEE, ANSI, NEC and NESC
Possess intermediate understanding of equipment, material, ordering, and bills of material for substation construction
Strong written and verbal communication
Possess ability to understand interrelationship between systems and component equipment
Demonstrate ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary
Demonstrate willingness and capabilities to assume leadership roles
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.