Substation Engineer ; Electrical

This is the first level of the Engineering classification dedicated to the substation engineering department. Provide engineering/technical expertise to solve problems in a specific area of expertise, with close supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop skills in their field of study, and the ability to work with greater independence.

United Grid Solutions offers a wide variety of benefits including but not limited to Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance;
Paid Time Off; 401(k);
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts;
Employee and Dependent Basic Life Insurance;
Employee and Dependent Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment;
Short Term Disability;
Long Term Disability;
Critical Illness;
Accident and Whole Life Insurance;
Legal Services, Identity Theft, and Cyber Security;
Employee Discounts and Service Awards. All health care benefits are available upon election on day one (1) of your employment with United Grid Solutions.

The compensation range for this position is between $70,000.00 and $85,000.00

• Engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems.
• Effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities.
• Thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches.
• Continuous improvement of job-related, engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
• Select and specify substation equipment (transformers, circuit breakers, protection relays).
• Perform engineering calculations and simulations for reliable operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Required A Bachelor’s degree from a four-year EAC/ABET accredited Electrical Engineering Program OR an approved evaluation of non-ABET credentials by NCEES OR graduation from a Master’s or Doctoral Program in Electrical Engineering from an institution with EAC/ABET accredited Undergraduate Engineering Programs.

Experience

• 0-1 Year(s) Experience in Electrical Substation

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Received a passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam is preferred.

ON-THE-JOB TRAINING:

• Training will be provided as needed.

OTHER

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Understanding of basic electrical engineering theories and principles.
• Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Understanding of basic electricity and power quality.
• Knowledge of Substation construction standards and methods.
• Ability to travel to customer greenfield and brownfield sites and offices.
• Understanding of basic principles of project management is preferred.
• Experience in the utility industry is preferred.
• Introductory knowledge of electrical physical design of substations and/or protection and control design of substations is preferred.

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

United Grid Solutions is an equal opportunity employer

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

United Grid Solutions is a Non-Union Company