Substation Engineer - QA/QC - REMOTE WORK

Substation Engineer - QA/QC

Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure.  Orbital Engineering, Inc. (Orbital) has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions.  Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do.  Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Orbital is currently seeking a Substation Electrical Engineer within the Utility Services team.

Orbital is seeking a Substation Electrical Engineer for a REMOTE WORK position to provide technical support and direction for our Substation design team.  The position requires engineering and design competencies, in a utility or consulting environment for Electric Substation projects with voltages through 500kV. The preferred candidate will possess 5+ years of substation design QA/QC experience.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Utilizes understanding of the NEC, NESC, NEMA, ANSI, IEEE, industry standard work practices, client standards, and/or other applicable guidelines to complete engineering designs.
• Provide technical support for clients and support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource under the direction of the Department Manager.
• Work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in detailed electrical design and project management of utility substation projects.
• Participate in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.
• Support Pre-bid walkdowns with clients, prepare, review, and approve proposals and project estimates for new client projects.
• Perform technical analyses of electrical substation systems including AC & DC schematic development, relay protection and controls, wiring design, equipment arrangements, conduit and raceway design, bus work, lighting, grounding, and other relevant project deliverables.
• Prepare new drawing packages, modify existing packages and complete as-built documents.
• Support and review electrical power calculations, lighting and grounding calculations, and prepare equipment and installation specifications.
• Responsible for substation design drawings and package quality review.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university, or a related field with equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in substation design
• Demonstrated ability to effectively organize multiple assignments, complex assignments, and competing priorities to produce accurate products on time.
• Ability to collaborate in cross-functional work teams in the development and implementation of efficiencies.
• The successful candidate must have exceptional analytical and decision-making skills, and a successful record of positive interactions with clients.
• Experience in creating and reviewing substation design drawings.
• Proficient with current computer applications including CAD systems, Microsoft applications, design and business enterprise software.
• Ability to successfully work with remotely located team members.
• This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to obtain or currently a registered Professional Engineer (PE)
• Master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university
• Working knowledge of SKM and/or ETAP software applications

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D.  Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

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