Substation Project Engineer

HDR
US - California - Murrieta
October 19, 2024
Engineering

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary duties of the Substation Project Engineer include responsibility for knowledge and execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of projects assigned and is an experienced, competent engineer who generally understands and can complete all technical requirements of projects of basic to moderate complexity.

• Developing design deliverables including substation physical layouts, material lists, conduit and cable sizing/routing, substation grounding, and major equipment wiring diagrams

• Preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage).

• Prepare equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing.

• Coordinating design activities with other departments (Civil, Structural, Transmission Line, etc.).

• Assigns tasks and provides guidance to junior team members, and coordinates QC reviews for work performed by junior level engineers and/or designers.

• Work with Senior Engineers and the Business Class Leader to identify and develop specific technical expertise and will attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline.

• Responsible for quality control reviews of projects from other teams on an as needed basis.

• Works independently and may direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise efforts of less-experienced EIT's and/or Designers.

• Performing site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects.

• Perform other duties as needed.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

• PE required

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in substation design is required.

• Specific experience performing aspects associated with substation design including substation layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, conduit plans and details, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material.

• Strong computer skills, AutoCAD, Microstation, Microsoft Office and electrical design software (e.g., CDEGS).

• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired.

• Some travel may be required.

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given candidates local to the Irvine, CA area.

Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility considered a plus.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

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