Substation Project Engineer

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.

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.

HDR Engineering is looking for a Substation Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals in our Rosemont or Chicago offices.

The primary duties of the Substation Project Engineer include physical substation, protection, and control engineering for High Voltage Electric Utility projects, 12kV through 500kV. Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from small distribution equipment upgrades to large transmission substation projects across the globe.

Specific duties of the Substation Project Engineer include:

• Support preparing scopes, schedules, and budgets, and ensure that schedules and budgets are met.
• Understands physical substation design including yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material.
• Understands protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC/DC schematics, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring.
• Prepares calculations for studies and reports (grounding, lighting protection, AC/DC load studies, etc.).
• Prepares equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing.
• Coordinates design activities with other departments (Civil/Structural, Networks, Transmission Line, etc.).
• Effectively communicates and coordinates project activities with manager, clients, and others as needed.
• Works independently and may direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise efforts of less-experienced EIT's and/or Designers.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• PE required.
• 5 years of experience in substation design.
• Specific experience performing aspects associated with substation design including One Line Diagrams, General Arrangements, Sections, Grounding, Conduit Plans, Foundation Plans, Material Lists, Relay and Control Systems, Control Schematics and Wiring Diagrams is required.
• Strong computer skills, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and electrical design software.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
• Some travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired.
• Preference given to local candidates.

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.

Primary Location

United States-Illinois-Chicago

Industry

Power

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Substation Engineering

Job Posting

May 28, 2024

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.