Utility Development Senior Substation Design Engineer
Utility Development Senior Substation Design Engineer
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The Utility Development Senior Substation Design Engineer will support the overall design and of QTS utility infrastructure. This role will support the delivery of utility capacity at each campus for data center substation and utility build projects. This role will interface and collaborate with many critical stakeholders including but not limited to: energy leaders responsible for utility contracts and negotiations; utility engagement developing relationships with utilities; predevelopment leads evaluating new properties; operations leaders managing load growth projections; and development team project leaders planning and building new data centers and substations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned.
Lead design life cycle of high voltage substations performed under EPC contracts including studies procurements and development of construction deliverables.
Provide technical guidance and decisions to support development design and installation of high voltage substations.
Oversee the construction installation and commissioning of substation equipment and systems.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to substation operations.
Collaborate with project managers engineers and contractors to meet project timelines and budgets.
Prepare technical reports specifications and documentation for substation projects.
Stay current with industry trends technologies and regulatory requirements.
Ensure compliance with environmental health and safety regulations.
Provide technical support and training to junior engineers and field personnel.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in electrical civil or structural engineering or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in detailed design of high voltage substations.
Proficient in electrical design software (e.g. AutoCAD ETAP SKM).
Strong working knowledge of substation equipment including transformers circuit breakers switchgear and protective relays. This should include 15kV through 345kV.
Familiarity with industry standards and codes (e.g. IEEE NESC ANSI NEC).
Excellent problemsolving skills and attention to detail.
Willingness to travel up to 25 to project sites as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
10 Years of experience in substation engineering or a related field.
Knowledge of electric transmission systems and design.
Experience with 500kV substation design.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations at a highgrowth company.
Ability to prioritize multitask and deliver highquality work in tight timeframes.
TOTAL REWARDS
This role is also eligible for a competitive benets package that includes medical dental vision life and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; exible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program and other company benets. This role is bonuseligible and may qualify for equity.
We conform to all the laws statutes and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women minorities individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or national origin age disability status Genetic Information & Testing Family & Medical Leave protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint orally or in writing to the employer or the government or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
