Substation Design Engineer

Michael Page International

Richmond, Virginia

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$135,000–$165,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Acceptance Testing, Alternative Energy, American National Standards Institute (ANSI), AutoCAD, Bill of Materials (BOM), Commissioning, Construction, Construction Support, Control Engineering, Cross-Functional, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Energy & Utilities, High Voltage (HV), IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), Industry Standards, MPI, Microsoft Office, National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Netscape IFC (Internet Foundation Classes), OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Package Layout Design, Power Engineering, Professional Engineer, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Schematics, Startup, State Laws and Regulations, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Team Player, Technical Delivery, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Transportation Routing
LOCATION
Richmond, Virginia
POSTED
2 days ago
Substation EngineerThis role offers the opportunity to support impactful utility and renewable energy projects, work across multi-disciplinary teams, and contribute to both and/or substation physical design and protection & controls engineering.Support the design and engineering of high-voltage substations for utility, renewable, and power delivery projects.Contribute to both physical substation design and Protection & Controls (P&C) engineering packages.Lead or support engineering tasks from project kickoff through IFC/design package completion.Coordinate closely with civil, structural, SCADA, relay, and project management teams to deliver integrated solutions.Prepare technical deliverables including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, grounding plans, conduit/raceway layouts, cable schedules, bills of material, specifications, reports, and client-facing documents.Provide engineering support during procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup phases.Occasionally travel for field walkdowns, client meetings, factory acceptance testing, or construction support.Develop and support substation physical layout and design packages for high-voltage projects.Prepare or review: General arrangement drawings, Plan and elevation drawings, Grounding layouts, Conduit and cable routing plans, Control building layouts, Equipment connection details, Foundation and equipment interface coordination.Coordinate major equipment layouts including transformers, breakers, switches, bus systems, CCVTs/PTs, CTs, panels, batteries, and other station equipment.Work closely with civil and structural teams to align grading, foundations, trenching, and equipment placement.Support development of material lists, specifications, and installation details.Develop and support P&C design packages including: One-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, Wiring diagrams, Relay panel layouts, Interconnection diagrams, Communication diagrams, SCADA point lists.Perform engineering calculations such as battery sizing, voltage drop, conduit fill, and cable sizing.Support relay setting development, protection philosophies, and coordination with OEMs and system stakeholders.Contribute to arc flash, coordination, and other protection-related studies as applicable.MPI 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.What We're Looking ForBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.5+ years of experience in substation engineering, power delivery, utility, or renewable energy projects.Experience supporting physical design, Protection & Controls, or both within substation projects.Strong understanding of high-voltage substation systems and design practices.Experience developing engineering deliverables such as one-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, layouts, grounding plans, and design packages.Familiarity with applicable industry codes and standards including NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI, and NFPA.Proficiency with tools such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.Preferred QualificationsProfessional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain.Experience supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects, transmission, or high-voltage infrastructure.Familiarity with relay coordination, SCADA integration, grounding design, and substation design standards.Experience with ETAP, SKM, ASPEN, CYMCAP, or similar power system software is a plus.What's on OfferCompetitive salary ranging from $135,000 to $165,000 USD annually.Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the organization.Support large-scale grid modernization and utility infrastructure programs.Strong project backlog and long-term growth potential.Collaborative and technically focused environment.Competitive compensation package with bonus potential.Comprehensive retirement and benefits offerings.Flexible work environment depending on project needs.

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. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/