Sr. Substation Project Engineer

ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer based near the Fort Wayne Indiana area to join our team. Primary responsibilities are leading and executing complex engineering projects related to substations. This includes performing detailed quality reviews conducting engineering studies and calculations collaborating with project managers and providing technical guidance to junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have experience in producing and reviewing civil/structural physical or P&C design drawings for substation projects.

Responsibilities:

• Lead complex substation projects collaborating with internal multidiscipline teams from full scope estimating and proposals through detailed design and equipment procurement to project construction bidding to commissioning and construction support for energization
• Review and produce physical design drawings including General Arrangement Elevations and equipment connection Details Grounding Plan and Details Conduit Plan and Details Control Building Layout and Details Foundation Plan and Details and developing material lists
• Perform studies and calculations to properly design substations including grounding calculations lightning protection calculations battery bank sizing calculations conduit fill calculations and substation sizing calculations as well as perform AC & DC substation studies
• Proficient with substation protection and control design and industry standards
• Review and produce design drawings including one-line diagrams AC/DC schematics wiring diagrams and control panel elevations
• Work in conjunction with other internal teams specializing in civil/structural protection and controls and automation
• Conduct periodic site visits and walkthroughs estimating and attending scoping meetings
• Apply sound and diversified knowledge of discipline engineering principles and practices in broad areas of project assignments
• Initiate and maintain extensive contacts with key engineers and officials in other organizations to confirm that engineering practices applied are consistent with current engineering standards regulatory requirements and current technological innovations
• Provide input to Project Managers and the Business Unit Leader concerning potential process and design improvements related to engineering design and technology
• In conjunction with the Project Manager ensure the projects meet all required project measurements & indicators for performance which have been set by either the client or internally.
• Maintain and monitor a system of quality control and check on all projects assigned
• In conjunction with the Project Manager accurately forecast fee revenue on an ongoing monthly basis and completing assignments within budget and schedule with high degree of accuracy
• Work independently and may direct and/or supervise efforts of less- experienced EITs and/or Designers
• Monitor the training needs of individual staff members who are direct reports and identifying and scheduling training programs with the BUL; may also mentor train and/or supervise efforts of less-experienced EITs and/or Designers
• Provide key support to the BUL in all business development activities

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program or equivalent
• Registration as a professional engineer by examination is required
• 6 - 10 years of substation engineering experience preferably at an engineering consulting firm
• Unquestioned business and personal integrity
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 15% when needed within the continental U.S.
• Must have a valid drivers license without restrictions.
• Professional Engineer licensure.

Why Join Us

At ENTRUST Solutions Group a Leidos company we are driven by a commitment to innovation technical excellence and delivering the critical infrastructure that powers and connects communities. Together with Leidos we are building a scaled end-to-end energy and infrastructure organization focused on modernizing the grid improving reliability and helping utilities and network providers meet rising demand.

As an ENR top ranked firm our team of more than 5000 professionals brings deep technical expertise and advanced technology across electric gas and telecommunications infrastructure. We solve complex challenges for clients across North America and expanding markets helping them strengthen reliability expand capacity and adapt to evolving infrastructure needs.

We foster a culture where innovation collaboration and continuous improvement are expected and where people are empowered to challenge convention think boldly and make an impact. Whether you are looking to grow your expertise lead transformative projects or help shape the future of infrastructure you will find opportunities to thrive here.

If you are ready to outthink the status quo tackle meaningful challenges and build what is next we would love to hear from you.

In return for top talent ENTRUST Solutions Group offers:

• Generous paid time off and benefits
• 401(k) retirement program with a company match
• Career development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work schedule
• Benefits offered include company sponsored medical dental vision and 401(k) plan with company match. Also offered are tuition reimbursement voluntary life disability critical illness accident and hospitalization plans. HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available. These benefits are subject to employee contribution amounts generally set annually. Full-time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours.â
• May be eligible for discretionary bonus as determined by the company.â

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Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC