Burns & McDonnell

Lead Substation Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (San Juan, PR)

Burns & McDonnell • $100K — $120K *
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program with 3 years substation engineering experience required.
  • Alternate qualifications include a degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering Technology along with FE exam and 3 years experience in substation engineering.
  • 5 years of substation engineering experience is strongly preferred.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, written and verbal communication skills are essential.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills is necessary.
  • EIT or PE license is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Support substation projects from conceptualization to completion.
  • Prepare design packages including physical arrangement and protective relaying.
  • Develop engineering calculations for insulation, AC/DC systems, and voltage drop.
  • Create design sketches, cost estimates, and specifications for equipment.
  • Conduct field inspections for both public and private utility substations.
  • Compile project-related data as directed by project managers.
  • Collaborate with team and clients to ensure project deliverables meet quality and satisfaction standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare package including medical, dental and vision.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
  • Paid time off and holidays to promote work-life balance.
  • Continuing education and professional development opportunities available.
  • Flexible work hours and remote work options.
Full Job Description
Description

The Lead Substation Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to develop design deliverables for new and modified high-voltage (13kV to 765kV) electrical power substation projects. The Lead Substation Engineer will work with the project team through the design and construction process, adapting engineering plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.
  • Supports substation projects from the conceptual phase through completion.
  • Prepares and develops substation design packages, including, but not limited to, physical arrangement above and below grade, protective relaying and control, electrical studies such as grounding and lightning analysis, and lighting and security.
  • Develops substation calculations, including, but not limited to, insulation, AC station service, DC systems and battery sizing, voltage drop, cable sizing, and conduit fill.
  • Prepares design sketches, cost estimates, equipment specifications, bill of materials, and other required deliverables.
  • Applies intermediate knowledge of IEEE, NESC, and other industry and utility standards, guides, specifications and procedures.
  • Supports field inspections for substation facilities on public and private utility systems.
  • Researches and compiles project-related data as required by the project managers.
  • Supports client presentations, reports, and visualizations to demonstrate technical results and project status.
  • Identifies, communicates and supports the resolution of issues on projects as needed.
  • Works with the project manager to support the project schedule and meet deadlines.
  • Works closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to the client's satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.
  • Performs design quality reviews.
  • Meets and corresponds with clients or outside personnel to develop relationships with key client points of contact.
  • Supports the preparation of proposals and client presentations during the proposal process.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of substation engineering experience required. Consulting experience preferred.
  • Or, Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology or related degree from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam 3 years of substation engineering experience required. Consulting preferred experience preferred.
  • 5 years of substation experience is strongly preferred.
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and problem- solving skills.
  • Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking skills.
  • Desire to work in a collaborative team environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills.
  • Must be capable of applying diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
  • Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
  • Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification or Professional Engineering (PE) license strongly preferred.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Engineering

Primary Location US-PR-San Juan

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 263897

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JNH #T&D N/A

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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Size
7,500 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1898
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