Entry-Level Substation FACTS/HVDC Engineer

1 week ago

Portland, Oregon, United States tapwage Full time
Entry-Level Substation FACTS/HVDC Engineer - Temporary

Job Summary


POWER Engineers is seeking a Temporary Entry-Level Substation FACTS/HVDC Engineer to work in the Power Delivery Substation Department of our Portland office located in Lake Oswego, Oregon, for the summer of 2024.

Gain hands-on experience with Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) and High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) projects. Flexibility is available for a hybrid work environment (employees must live within driving distance of the office).

Responsibilities


The Temporary Entry-Level Substation FACTS/HVDC Engineer will share responsibility with the rest of the department to produce a product consistent with POWER's mission statement and our culture.

They are expected to support the department in achieving its department goals, maintain POWER's high-quality standards, promote internal teamwork, and meet the needs of our clients.


  • Perform the detailed design of low to extrahigh voltage substations including, but not limited to:
  • One-line diagrams
  • Schematics
  • Wiring diagrams
  • SCADA
  • Communications
  • Station physical layouts
  • Sections/Elevations
  • Cable and conduit plans and details
  • Ground grid design and details
  • Foundation plans and details
  • Structural plans and details
  • Control enclosure design and details
  • Lightning protection plans
  • Yard lighting plans
  • Bills of Materials
  • Site visits
  • Support QA/QC for deliverables to clients
  • Shall learn, understand, and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs
  • Occasional travel
Required Education/Experience

  • BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering), BSREE (BS Renewable Energy Engineering), or BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology) degree from an accredited university, preferably with a power option
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering to build on
  • Must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills in order to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
  • Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship
Desired Education/Experience

  • At least three months of relevant electrical engineering work experience; could be on an internship or coop basis
  • Minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA)
  • Knowledge of electrical utility substations and familiarity with substation design
  • Engineer In Training certificate (EIT) or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level

Our philosophy is simple:
Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

You'll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You'll have the chance to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you'll find the support, coaching and training it takes to advance your career.

POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us

Salary DOE

EOE, including disability/vets

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