Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (ABET accredited) and 7 years of relevant experience, preferably in consulting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and other engineering software.
Strong attention to detail and superior organizational skills.
Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership abilities; capable of collaborative work.
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred, with ability to apply diverse engineering principles.
Responsibilities
Lead substation projects from conceptual design to completion.
Prepare and develop detailed substation design packages and electrical studies.
Conduct substation calculations for various design aspects, including insulation and voltage drop.
Create design sketches, cost estimates, equipment specifications, and bills of materials.
Perform field inspections of substation facilities and ensure compliance with QA/QC guidelines.
Manage project schedules and budgets, ensuring timely delivery of services and client satisfaction.
Maintain client relationships and lead the proposal preparation process.
Benefits
Full-time position with a focus on high-voltage electrical projects.
Opportunity to lead complex and impactful projects in a collaborative environment.
Potential for professional growth and application of advanced engineering techniques.
Field inspection duties provide practical, hands-on experience.
Involvement in client relations and proposal preparation enhances professional networking opportunities.
Full Job Description
Description
The Senior Substation Engineer will lead the preparation of design deliverables for new and modified high-voltage (13kV to 765kV) electrical power substation projects. The Senior 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.
Leads substation projects from the conceptual phase through completion.
Leads the preparation and development of 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.
Leads the development of substation calculations, including-but not limited to-insulation, AC station service, DC systems and battery sizing, voltage drop, cable sizing, and conduit fill.
Leads the preparation of design sketches, cost estimates, equipment specifications, bill of materials, and other required deliverables.
Applies advanced knowledge of IEEE, NESC, and other industry and utility standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.
Leads field inspections for substation facilities on public and private utility systems.
Leads execution of complex assignments requiring the use of advanced tools and techniques, resulting in the development of new or improved processes, equipment, and/or technological methods.
Identifies, communicates, and leads resolution of issues on projects as needed.
Manages project schedule and meets deadlines for the deliverables under supervision.
Manages project budget for the deliverables under supervision.
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.
Leads the preparation of proposals, including schedule and budget estimates.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 7 years of substation project or related experience, consulting experience preferred required or Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related degree from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 7 years of substation project or related experience, consulting experience preferred required
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.
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Engineering
Primary Location US-TX-Austin
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 261039
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.
