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Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer - #3041

Wade Trim

  • Detroit, Michigan
  • 2 days ago
  • Remote

    Highlights

    Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program. Perform complex engineering calculations/studies related to substation projects such as: lightning protection, conduit fill, AC/DC station service loading, surge arrester sizing and voltage drop.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDetroit, Michigan (
    Remote
    )
    IndustryEngineering Services
    Company Size100 to 499 employees
    Year Founded1926
    Websitehttp://www.wadetrim.com/

    Description

    What We Offer:
    Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.
    Position Description:
    We are looking for an Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer to join our Industrial Commercial Energy Team to improve infrastructure in our Michigan offices. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and zero to three years of experience. Completion of Part I of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam and knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam Revu is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication/coordination skills are essential.
    This position will design electrical installation and protective relaying and control (PR&C) components for electrical substation projects, including but not limited to, substation equipment layout, detailed electrical installation design, and PR&C design steel design, in accordance with governing industry codes and standards.
    This position requires periods of intense concentration. This position is hybrid, with the option to be within a normal office environment, work fully remote, or a combination thereof. This position requires infrequent travel.
    This position will provide frequent exposure to electrical design standards and codes, including but not limited to, IEEE, NFPA, NEC, and NESC.

    Typical responsibilities include:

    • Perform high voltage substation design, including electrical installation design and PR&C design with an emphasis on continuous improvement.
    • Prepare one-line diagrams, electrical installation plans, electrical installation section views, electrical installation details, below grade grounding & conduit plans, and cable schedules in accordance with governing industry code and client standards.
    • Prepare panel elevations and PR&C schematic, wiring, and interconnection diagrams in accordance with governing industry code and client standards.
    • Prepare auxiliary power equipment sizing calculations.
    • Perform complex engineering calculations/studies related to substation projects such as: lightning protection, conduit fill, AC/DC station service loading, surge arrester sizing and voltage drop.
    • Create SCADA RTU control, status and analog point lists.
    • Prepare construction drawings with the assistance of a designer/technician competent in the use of industry standard CADD software, and in accordance with client standards.
    • Prepare construction specifications, project documents, and bill of material lists, in accordance with both client and industry standards.
    • Attend site visits as required.
    • Assist in the preparation of proposals.
    • Assist Project Managers as needed.
    • Attend client, project and staff meetings including client progress, plan review, pre-construction, etc.
    • Attend seminars and/or training classes.
    • Maintain excellent client relations.
    • Maintain a safe working environment.

    Education:

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

    Skills/Experience:

    • 0 to 3 years of related experience required
    • Completion of Part I of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam preferred
    • Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bluebeam Revu is preferred
    About Wade Trim:
    Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.
    Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least two days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.
    To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.
    Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.
    If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a friendly environment, please submit your resume by visiting the Careers section of our website at http://www.wadetrim.com/careers.
    Wade Trim is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Benefits

    Parking, Performance Bonus, Professional Development, 401K, Stock Options, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance

    About Company

    Description:

    At Wade Trim, we are committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investment. For nearly a century, we’ve been solving complex engineering challenges to create stronger communities. Our work approach is customized to fit each client and project. We use a collaborative, friendly style – built on excellent communication before, during and after a project – to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

    Mission Statement:

    Trusted partners that deliver innovative solutions built on a foundation of excellence

    Vision Statement:

    Sustainable infrastructure delivered nationally, for the best, by the best.

    Core Values:

    Our core values have stood the test of time – holding fast through Wade Trim’s leadership and changes in market conditions. We have nurtured a supportive culture that recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Six core values define what we believe and how we act.

    Safety Starts with Me – Everyone goes home at the end of the day in the condition they arrived.

    Value of Our People – We are committed to a diverse team that helps one another to be successful in all our endeavors.

    Client Focused – We deliver technically innovative solutions our clients can stand behind, on time and within budgets.

    Professional Ethics – We conduct ourselves with the highest degree of integrity, respect and truthfulness. “We do the right thing.”

    Accountability – We accept responsibility for our actions and always promote open communication.

    Stewardship – We are dedicated stewards of the environment and actively contribute to our professions and our communities.

     

    Services:

    Engineering

    Planning

    Surveying

    Landscape Architecture

     

    Locations:

    Wade Trim is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. We have 20 offices located in 9 states around the nation.

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