Senior Substation Protection

4 weeks ago

Pittsburgh, United States Orbital Engineering, Inc. Full time

Senior Substation Protection & Control Engineer - REMOTE WORK

Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure. Orbital Engineering, Inc. (Orbital) has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Orbital is currently seeking a Senior Substation Protection & Controls Engineer for a REMOTE WORK position within the Utility Services team.

This role will be responsible for the relay protection & control engineering including detailed design for high voltage substation and transmission projects through 500kV. Depending upon the complexity of the project, the candidate may prepare, provide guidance, or assist in preparing and developing the engineering deliverables for electric substation projects - including the development of one & three-line diagrams; schematics and wiring diagrams; control and relaying panel layouts and specifications; control and relaying panel and equipment wiring diagrams; SCADA system and communications interfaces including RTUs and HMIs, auxiliary system design including batteries and chargers, AC & DC load centers, conduit, and cable sizing, and the overall bill of materials.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

* Utilizes understanding of the NEC, NESC, NEMA, ANSI, IEEE, industry standard work practices, client standards, and/or other applicable guidelines to complete engineering designs.
* Provide technical support for clients and support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource under the direction of the Department Manager.
* Work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in detailed electrical design and project management of utility substation projects.
* Participate in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.
* Support Pre-bid walkdowns with clients, prepare, review, and approve proposals and project estimates for new client projects.
* Perform technical analyses of electrical substation systems including AC & DC schematic development, relay protection and controls, wiring design, equipment arrangements, conduit and raceway design, bus work, lighting, grounding, and other relevant project deliverables.
* Prepare new drawing packages, modify existing packages and complete as-built documents.
* Support and review electrical power calculations, lighting and grounding calculations, and prepare equipment and installation specifications.
* Responsible for substation design drawings and package quality review.

Minimum Requirements

* Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university, or a related field with equivalent experience.
* Minimum of 7 years' experience in substation design
* Ideal candidate will have 10+ years of substation engineering and QA/QC experience
* Demonstrated ability to effectively organize multiple assignments, complex assignments, and competing priorities to produce accurate products on time.
* Ability to collaborate in cross-functional work teams in the development and implementation of efficiencies.
* The successful candidate must have exceptional analytical and decision-making skills, and a successful record of positive interactions with clients.
* Experience in creating and reviewing substation design drawings.
* Proficient with current computer applications including CAD systems, Microsoft applications, design and business enterprise software.
* Ability to successfully work with remotely located team members.
* This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

* Ability to obtain or currently a registered Professional Engineer (PE)
* Master's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university
* Physical Substation and Protection & Controls design experience
* AutoCAD experience

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

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