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Physical Substation Engineer

DenverHybridFull-time

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A mid-level physical substation engineer leads high-voltage substation physical designs (up to 500 kV), coordinates with other disciplines, manages design budgets and schedules, and provides field support and mentorship.

About this role

Stanley Consultants is an award-winning and industry-leading global consulting engineering firm, with an unmatched commitment to culture, values, and ethics. We are dedicated to client experience and solve the most complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world for all. As the world changes, Stanley strategically evolves with it, integrating the latest technology, innovation, and resiliency practices.
With over a century of experience serving the energy, federal government, transportation, and water sectors, we have helped improve lives and shape the infrastructure systems that connect us. As an employee-owned organization with a People First approach, we stand apart from other engineering consulting and services firms. At Stanley, your voice counts, your growth matters, and your success is our success.
Stanley Consultants offers flexible work options, competitive pay and great benefits, a strong sense of community, and the chance to build a meaningful, long-term career!

Job title - Physical Substation Engineer
Job location - Denver, CO (Centennial)
Job type - Hybrid
Requisition ID - 11180

We are seeking qualified candidates for a Mid Level Substation Physical Design Engineer with a strong background in high voltage substation design. Technical responsibilities will include the design of any / all the following: substation physical designs up to 500kV; computer modeling/analysis of electrical systems; preparation of specifications for equipment and systems; report preparation; applying codes and standards and performing and reviewing design calculations.

Position will be responsible for leading design efforts and performing design duties with minimal supervision on multiple projects. Must be able to determine client requirements and coordinate technical efforts within discipline areas as necessary, coordinate with other disciplines as needed, manage a design budget and schedule, and be able to demonstrate proficiency in these areas.

What You Will Be Doing:

Detailed physical design for high voltage substations including creating or modifying:

  • Single line diagrams and general arrangements
  • Detailed Elevations and section views
  • Assembly and installation details
  • Detailed bills of materials, bid units and material counts
  • Electrical system studies and analysis software (ASPEN, ETAP, SKM, PSS/E, PSLF, CDEGS, WinIGS) experience preferred but not required
  • Familiar with typical design software and tools (Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, Microstation) experience preferred but not required
  • Coordination with other disciplines as needed
  • Performing site visits for data gathering and asbuilts
  • Writing material procurement and construction specifications & evaluating contractor bids
  • Factory Acceptance, Witness testing and Reviewing shop drawings for Spec / Design conformance
  • Reviews client equipment and design specs and confirms conformance with industry standards and best practices.
  • Performs typical calculations such as equipment and conductor sizing, rigid bus strength, insulation coordination, grounding and lightning protection
  • Generating engineering fee estimates
  • Providing field support during construction and commissioning
  • Mentors and teaches less experienced engineers and design staff
  • Occasional overnight travel may be required for client meetings and or site visits

    • Required skills, education, and experience:

  • BS from an ABET accredited University
  • 5+ years of substation physical design experience
  • Experience working directly with clients, supporting marketing proposals/efforts preferred
  • Experience managing a design budget and schedule preferred
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to work legally in the United States for any length of time
  • PE license required, ability to obtain PE required within 6 mos. of hire

    • Skills

    ASPENAutoCADBluebeamCDEGSETAPInventorMicroStationPE LicensePSLFPSS/eRevitSKM

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