Substation Design Engineer-Senior

ITC Holdings

$90K — $120K *
Novi, MI 48375In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 2+ years of experience for an Intermediate Engineer role, 5+ years for a Senior Engineer role.
  • Preferred coursework in power systems for electrical engineering majors.
  • Familiarity with relevant codes and standards.
  • Utility experience is advantageous.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication capabilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently within a team.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and job-specific software.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Prepare estimates, specifications, and drawings for projects.
  • Recommend solutions for technical problems in electrical equipment and systems.
  • Lead engineering design projects and check contractor submissions.
  • Create designs for substation installations, relaying systems, and SCADA with reviews from Senior Engineers.
  • Collaborate with other engineers and departments on projects and resource management.
  • Generate reports on transmission systems.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Fostering a culture of belonging and inclusion.
  • Support for innovation in an evolving industry.
Full Job Description
Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provides technical support to employees and contractors in the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of system components.
  • Prepares estimates, material requisitions, specifications and drawings for internally designed projects.
  • Makes recommendations to troubleshoot technical problems on various electrical equipment and systems.
  • Serves as lead engineer on design projects by checking designs submitted by contractors, issuing the project for construction when approved and participating in the creation of conceptual designs and layouts.
  • Creates designs for substation installations, protective relaying systems, relay settings and SCADA systems, with review by completed by Senior Engineers level
  • Collaborates with other engineers and departments which may include consulting, managing projects, organizing resources or maintenance.
  • Generates internal and external reports on various facets of transmission system.
  • Attends meetings and training sessions to increase professional knowledge and skills.

REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Major in Electrical Engineering or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education.
  • Minimum Experience:
    • Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in related area for an Intermediate Engineer level.
    • Minimum of five (5) years of work experience in related area for Senior Engineer level
  • Power system coursework preferred for electrical engineering majors.
  • Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
  • Utility experience preferred.
  • Possess sound analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors and individuals inside and outside the Company.
  • Ability to multi-task and work under minimal supervision, in a team environment.
  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
  • Ability to learn and utilize job specific software.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.


About Us

Make a Power Move - For the Greater Grid: Reliable. Resilient. Ready.

As AI innovation, automation and economic growth reshape the way we live and work, the demand on our power infrastructure is growing fast. At ITC, we're building the greater grid that's ready for today's technology and tomorrow's possibilities.

Our people bring the power - fueling innovation and strengthening the grid every day. We're looking for individuals who are ready to make a power move and help us build a greater grid for a more reliable and affordable energy future.

ITC offers industry-leading compensation, benefits and opportunities to channel your energy into solutions. We foster a culture of belonging - where every voice is valued, differences are celebrated and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Make a power move today.

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