Substation Engineer

PTS is looking for a substation design engineer to join a leading this role you will utilize knowledge of 34.5kV to 500kV to support physical as well as protection and control practices.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• May be required to perform a range of functions as needed to support project and team objectives.
• Collaborate within a project team to develop comprehensive design documents and drawings including wiring diagrams from schematics bills of materials and field mark-ups for as-built drawings with minimal supervision.
• Conduct engineering support activities such as relay burden analysis lighting calculations load flow studies and short circuit calculations independently or with limited oversight.
• Utilize engineering application software to perform technical tasks including ground grid design relay coordination transformer sizing and electrical system studies (load flow and short circuit) with minimal supervision.
• Review project schedules and coordinate with project engineers to maintain project timelines and deliverables.
• Interpret and apply relevant engineering standards such as NEC NESC NEMA IEEE and ANSI to all design and engineering work.
• Utilize and maintain accuracy within the document management system to support project documentation and version control.
• Adhere to and implement corporate engineering standards and best practices throughout project execution.
• Provide oversight and supervision for specific project activities as assigned.
• Maintain clear communication and coordination with project engineers client representatives and other stakeholders as required.
• Visit job sites to gain practical hands-on experience and further training in substation construction and design practices.
• Accept personal accountability for the accuracy quality and completeness of assigned work.
• Proactively identify potential project-related issues and communicate them along with recommended solutions to the appropriate personnel.
• Travel as needed for project assignments including occasional short-term out-of-town trips.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support project and departmental needs.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• 3 years of substation design experience.
• Familiarity with protective relays and metering equipment in utility substations (138kV and above).
• Experience developing relay protection schematics control systems connection diagrams and cabling layouts.
• Strong knowledge of AC/DC fundamentals three-phase power systems per-unit calculations and symmetrical components.
• Understanding of substation components their functions and applicable design documents.
• Working knowledge of NEC NESC NEMA IEEE and ANSI standards.
• Proficient with standard office software (Word Excel Outlook).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Relay coordination experience a plus.