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- To support successful and on-time delivery of substation projects including supporting the capital investment plan, distribution and transmission interconnection projects, and other emerging work or new technologies.
- Substation projects include equipment replacement, asset separation, rebuilds, and greenfield (new) substations.
- Perform preliminary engineering and detailed final design engineering for transmission and distribution class substations up to and including 345kV.
- Designs include modifications and additions to existing sites and new 'green' field (new construction) locations.
- Provide detailed technical scope and cost estimate documentation for use by both internal and external design resources.
- Perform engineering calculations and studies to support project scope.
- Provide technical leadership to a multi-disciplined project team.
- Prepare comprehensive written and oral reports of technical problems, investigative findings, and engineering recommendations.
- Support Project Manager and Project Management Processes.
- Participate in project estimating and economic analysis.
- Coordinate with design consultants and interface with internal design staff.
- Review drawings associated with projects, including manufacturers' equipment.
- Manage consultants' work, ensuring compliance and technical adequacy against approved standards.
- Development of standards and procedures.
- Support construction and project closeout activities.
- A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- Minimum of 6 years of work experience or equivalent.
- FE exam preferred. A PE license in NY is a plus.
- Knowledge of Bentley MicroStation, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, CDEGS, Primavera, and/or other similar software tools.
- Knowledge of the following is desired: Substation construction and maintenance techniques, Electric utility operation practices, Substation materials, Grounding, and Lightning study analysis, IEEE, ANSI, NFPA 70, ASTM, NESC, and the NYS Building Code.
- Proven interpersonal and written communication skills.
- Good working knowledge of industry standards, safety standards, and existing electrical design codes.
- Proficient MS Office computer skills (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to physically navigate in and around an electrical substation.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.