ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Autodesk Inventor, Bentley MicroStation, Budget Management, Career Development, Construction, Construction Drawings, Construction Support, Data Collection, Design Verification, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, High Voltage (HV), MPI, Marketing, Mentoring, Natural Resources, On Site Support, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Professional Engineer, Purchasing/Procurement, State Laws and Regulations, Systems Analysis, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Chicago, Illinois
POSTED
Today
High-Voltage Substation Physical DesignLead high-voltage substation design with hands-on, impactful project work. Grow your career in a tight-knit team offering big-firm expertise and support.About Our ClientA nationally respected, employee-owned engineering leader with over a century of impact, this organization is known for delivering complex, high-value infrastructure and energy projects with integrity, innovation, and a strong people-first culture. It offers flexible work options, exceptional technical talent, and long-term career growth in a mission-driven, collaborative environment.Job DescriptionHigh-Voltage Substation Physical DesignCreate or modify: Single-line diagrams and general arrangementsDetailed elevations, section views, and installation detailsBills of materials, bid units, and material countsPerform calculations related to: Equipment and conductor sizingRigid bus strengthInsulation coordinationGrounding and lightning protectionTechnical Tools & SoftwareExperience with electrical system analysis tools preferred (ASPEN, ETAP, SKM, PSS/E, PSLF, CDEGS, WinIGS)Familiarity with design tools preferred (Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, MicroStation)Project CoordinationCoordinate with other engineering disciplines as neededConduct site visits for data gathering and as-builtsWrite procurement and construction specificationsEvaluate contractor bidsQuality & Construction SupportReview shop drawings and verify conformance with design/specificationsSupport factory acceptance testingProvide field support during construction and commissioningLeadership & MentorshipHelp teach and mentor junior engineers and design staffSupport fee estimates and proposal developmentParticipate in occasional overnight travel for client meetings or site visitMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantA successful Substation Engineer should have:B.S. degree from an ABET-accredited university5+ years of substation physical design experienceStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work legally in the U.S. without restrictionProfessional Engineer (PE) license preferred, or ability to obtain within 6 monthsExperience managing design budgets and schedules is a plusExperience supporting marketing/proposal efforts is preferredWhat's on OfferCompetitive hourly pay ranging from $65 to $80, depending on experience.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.Opportunity to work on impactful projects in the Energy & Natural Resources industry.Temporary position with potential for career growth and development.Collaborative and professional work environment in Chicago.If you are passionate about delivering high-quality work as a Substation Engineer, we encourage you to apply today!Job SummarySector: Power & EnergySub Sector: Electrical Design EngineerIndustry: Energy & Natural ResourcesLocation: ChicagoContract Type: TemporaryConsultant name: Jackson EdwardsJob Reference: JN-062026-7034037Job Nature: Hybrid working
About the Company
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Michael Page International
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
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