GAI is seeking a highly skilled and experienced QA/QC Protection & Control Engineer 2 to oversee QA/QC on design development and implementation of protection and control systems for high-voltage substations. This role will serve as a QA/QC specialist only within the engineering team ensuring that all protection and control designs meet regulatory standards project requirements and industry best practices. We value work-life balance and offer flexibility this position can be performed in a hybrid capacity in these locations: Overland Park KS Pittsburgh PA Lisle IL Orlando FL or in a fully remote capacity.
Job Duties:
- QA/QC the engineering design and review of protection and control systems for transmission and distribution substations (typically 69kV to 500kV).
- QA/QC protection schemes including one-line diagrams three-line diagrams control schematics and wiring diagrams.
- QA/QC protection and control drawings to interface with the physical layout and design of substations.
- QA/QC of control and relay panel layouts including assembling the specifications.
- QA/QC of design specifications including the overall bill of materials.
- QA/QC on the design and sizing of auxiliary systems including AC/DC load centers as well as batteries and chargers.
- QA/QC the design and sizing of conduit cable and backup generators.
- Review junior engineers designs verify they meet client standards and specifications and identify gaps in clients protection.
- Document QA/QC reviews maintain record documents and communicate information to the team.
General Characteristics
- Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
- Independently evaluates selects and adapts standard techniques procedures and criteria.
- Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
- Applies leadership and teamwork skills to effectively plan execute and manage scopes schedules and budgets to meet project stakeholder needs.
Minimum Years of Experience
Education
- B.S. Engineering or other technical degree
Certification/Licensure
- Drivers License
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) License Would like but not required
Technical Responsibilities
- Designs a complete project system component or process.
- Prepares complete plans specifications and other project documents.
- Designs and conducts analyses and interprets test data.
- Begins to develop and reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance
Project and Task Management
- Assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
- Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
- Prepares scopes budgets and schedules for assignments.
- Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects
Management Responsibility
- Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance when necessary on unconventional/complex problems direction on modified techniques and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
- Mentors junior staff by providing guidance explaining professional responsibilities and reviewing work products
- Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.
Communication Skills
- Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to workindoorsin professional office settings.
- Ability to sit for extended periods whileperforming computer-based tasks.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing writing and handling office equipment.
- Visual acuity to readprinted materials digital screens detailed documentsand perform detailed work.
- Occasional standing walking bending or reaching within the office move between workstations and attend in-person meetings.
- Ability to lift and carry office materials or equipmentweighingup to 10-20 pounds with or withoutassistance.
- Adequatehearingtoparticipatein conversations phone calls and virtual meetings.
- Ability to travel for meetings training or business purposes.
Why GAIââ
GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work grow lead and achieve. Explore anarray of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative teamthatscommitted to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.ââ
Benefits To Working at GAI Include:ââ
Competitive Pay & Recognition
- Marketbased competitive compensation
- Performancedriven recognition and development bonuses
Comprehensive Health & Wellness
- Medical dental and vision plans
- Companypaid short-term and long-term disability
- Companypaid life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
Meaningful WorkLife Balance
- Generous paid time off 7 paid holidays
- Anadditionalfloating holidayuse it for what matters to you
- Paid maternity paternity and adoption leave
Growth Learning & Financial Security
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
Support and rewards for professional development and certifications