Substation Physical Engineer (Remote)

Title: Substation Physical Engineer

Location: Remote US

Ready to make a difference?

ICF is seeking a Substation Physical Engineer, to work on the physical layout design of high voltage substations at voltages from 12kV to 500kV with the goal of providing excellent quality work for our clients.

We are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering the way electric utilities tackle industry problems. We are looking for passionate and innovative people who are constantly looking for ways to provide better quality engineering services for our clients.

Why you will love working here:

• Quality of life: Flexible workplace arrangements, work-life balance
• Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
• Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)

The Ideal Candidate

You are a highly motivated engineer who takes pride in the services you provide. You ensure the project is done right and all deadlines are met. You should be proactive, self-sufficient, and able to productively work out of your home without direct supervision. You always strive to expand your knowledge and improve work processes to increase quality and efficiency. You are an active member of the team that works well with others and prioritizes the goals of the group. You enjoy taking on new responsibilities and learning new skill sets whenever needed.

What you will be doing:

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited, to the design and preparation of the following Substation Drawings:
  • Substation One Lines and Three Lines
  • Station General Arrangements & Sections
  • Electrical Details
  • Grounding Plan & Details
  • Conduit Plan & Details
  • Control Cubicle Layout
  • Low-Voltage AC Panels
• Grounding, Lightning Protection, Illumination and AC System Calculations
• Development of Equipment Specification and Selection based on Clients Criteria
• Development of Bill of Materials based on Design Criteria
• Coordination with protection & controls, civil / structural, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables
• Participate in client meetings and perform site visits for data gathering as required
• Interpreting and incorporating vendor information into design deliverables
• Apply client standards related to the work
• Providing field support during construction
• Perform/ensure company’s Quality assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages
• Continuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance

What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):

• BS in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), preferably with Power System Focus
• 3+ years of substation design experience
• 3+ years of experience working with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and MicroStation

What we would like you to have (preferred skills):

• Engineering in Training license (EIT)
• Professional Engineer license (PE)
• Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of the practical application of industry standards such as: NEC, NESC, IEEE and ANSI
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of technical plans, blueprints and drawings

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Working at ICF

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more here: Requesting an Accommodation for the ICF interview process.

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Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

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