Primary Substation Engineer

Siemens Energy

$95K — $115K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, ideally with a power systems focus.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in primary electrical design for high voltage substations or FACTS.
  • Fluent English proficiency with strong communication skills.
  • Familiarity with ANSI, IEC standards, and NEC regulations.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and/or Revit; Microstation experience is a bonus.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 20%, both locally and internationally.

Responsibilities

  • Develop project design criteria and prepare one-line diagrams for substations.
  • Create general arrangement and elevation drawings for substations and switchyards.
  • Perform calculations for cable ampacity, grounding, and station loads.
  • Draft equipment specifications and detailed bills of materials.
  • Collaborate with teams for project execution and client meetings.
  • Identify issues and propose solutions to enhance safety and project timeline.

Benefits

  • Opportunities to work with a global team.
  • Chance to lead innovative projects.
  • Comprehensive medical benefits.
  • Remote and flexible work options.
  • Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
  • Access to various employee resource groups.
Full Job Description
A Snapshot of Your Day
Join our dynamic team as a Primary Substation Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of energy infrastructure. Imagine developing project design criteria and preparing detailed one-line diagrams that serve as the backbone of our substations. You will lead the creation of general arrangement layouts and grounding drawings, ensuring every detail is meticulously crafted. As you perform essential calculations for cable ampacity and station auxiliary loads, you will support innovative designs for proposals and projects. Your expertise will not only enhance our engineering deliverables but also contribute to the success of our projects and customer satisfaction.

How You'll Make an Impact
  • You will develop project design criteria and prepare main one-line and auxiliary one-line diagrams.
  • Create general arrangement, layout, and elevation drawings for substations and switchyards.
  • Perform critical calculations for cable ampacity, grounding, lightning, illumination, and station auxiliary loads.
  • Develop equipment specifications and detailed bills of materials to ensure project accuracy.
  • Collaborate with marketing and project teams to support project execution and customer meetings.
  • Identify potential issues and provide solutions to enhance safety, reliability, and project timelines.

What You Bring
  • A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, with a preference for power systems emphasis.
  • At least 5 years of experience in primary electrical design for high voltage substations or FACTS.
  • Fluent proficiency in English, with strong communication skills is essential.
  • Knowledge of ANSI and IEC standards, as well as NEC regulations.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit; Microstation skills are a plus.
  • Flexibility to travel locally and internationally, with approximately 20% travel required.

About the Team

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid! The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

Rewards/Benefits
Here are examples of the rewards and benefits Siemens Energy offers:
  • Opportunities to work with a global team
  • Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects
  • Medical benefits
  • Remote/Flexible work
  • Time off/Paid holidays and parental leave
  • Access to a variety of employee resource groups

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