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Lead Physical Substation Engineer

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Hiring Remotely in US
Senior level
Remote
Hiring Remotely in US
Senior level
Leads physical substation engineering projects from conceptual design through technical delivery. Prepares construction drawings, calculations, studies, reports, cost estimates, schedules, and execution plans for 12kV–500kV substations. Performs quality reviews, applies IEEE, IEC, NESC, and client standards, and coordinates multidisciplinary teams across civil, structural, protection and controls, and transmission line engineering.
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Overview

Lead Physical Substation Engineer - Remote - US


At NV5, we understand the intricacies of substation engineering and offer tailored expertise to address these challenges head-on. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and advanced methodologies, we provide comprehensive solutions to enhance substation performance and reliability.

By harnessing our expertise and cutting-edge technology, NV5 empowers utility, renewable, telecommunication and industrial substations to overcome challenges, enhance reliability, and meet the demands of an evolving energy landscape.

We have an opportunity for a talented & ambitious electrical engineer to join us as our new Sr. Electrical Engineer focusing on physical substation projects. This position can be remote within the United States.

In this role, you will lead the engineering effort for new and ongoing projects. You will support multiple projects simultaneously and work closely with NV5 Substation Engineering leadership to ensure project success. You will be working in small project teams to provide exceptional customer service and quality in deliverables to our clients.

Responsibilities

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:


  • Prepare conceptual designs and execution plans
  • Engineering/project cost estimates and schedules
  • Perform and document quality reviews for other engineers and designers.
  • Prepare construction drawings, documents, calculations, and studies for medium and high voltage substation projects.
  • Responsible for technical delivery of power delivery engineering projects or tasks.
  • Prepare calculations, studies, and reports for substation and power systems projects meeting internal and client standards and requirements.  
  • Apply engineering design principles and practices including formulas.
  • Work and coordinate with small multi-discipline (Civil, Structural, P&C, Transmission Line) project teams to execute substation projects.
Qualifications

We are seeking the following qualifications:

  • 8+ years of experience within substation physical experience.
  • Knowledge of substation physical.
  • Experience with high voltage substation design (12kV through 500kV).
  • Ability to interpret and apply standards including IEEE, IEC, NESC, and client standards.
  • Experience with relay settings is a plus.
  • Knowledge of Protection and Controls is a plus.
  • B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • PE license is a must.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities. 

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 


Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: NV5 Inc does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than passive & active candidates and employee referrals. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to NV5 or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by NV5's internal Talent Acquisition team seeking 3rd party sourcing assistance. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement and given permission to represent NV5 to candidates on a particular search, NV5 will not owe any referral or other fees with respect to the unsolicited submission.


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