Substation Design Engineer

2 weeks ago


Houston, Texas, United States Actalent Full time
Substation Design Engineer

Job Description

We are currently seeking a mid-level Substation Design Engineer in Houston. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing project oversight and maintaining communication with clients on specific projects. The role requires an understanding of forecasting and project budgeting, as well as experience working within teams. Qualified candidates should have over 3 years of experience in the Power & Utilities industry.

Responsibilities

Provide project oversight and ensure effective communication with clients.

Manage forecasting and project budgeting.

Collaborate with team members and work within a team environment.

Perform substation design and engineering tasks.

Engage in project management, relay coordination, and protection & control (P&C) design.

Design and implement electrical systems for power distribution.

Essential Skills

3-7 years of experience in substation engineering or design.

3-7 years of experience in protection & control (P&C) or physical design.

Proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical design.

Experience with MCC (Motor Control Centers) and switchgear.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with substation engineering, power delivery, and power generation.

Knowledge of SCADA systems.

Qualifications in substation engineering, physical design, and P&C.

Work Environment

This position is remote with an eventual transition to an office setting. The timeline for this transition is not yet determined.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 2, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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