Substation Physical Engineer

Summary

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider that delivers engineering and technology solutions to clients. The Substation Physical Engineer will lead the physical design of distribution substation projects from 12kV to 69kV, with potential involvement in higher-voltage transmission projects. The role includes preparing design drawings and engineering studies, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, ensuring code and quality compliance, supporting clients and site reviews, and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited, leading and overseeing the design and preparation of substation physical design drawings and including:
• Substation One Line and Three Line
• Station General Arrangements & Sections
• Electrical Details
• Grounding Plan & Details
• Conduit Plan & Details
• Control Cubicle Layout, Sections, Cable Tray, Lighting, and Grounding
• Low-Voltage AC Panels
• Grounding Plan & Details
• Lightning Protection
• Illumination Plan & Details
• Leading the design and preparation of engineering studies such as:
• AC Load
• Illumination
• Grounding
• Lightning Shielding
• Development of Bill of Materials based on Design Criteria
• Coordination with protection & controls, civil / structural, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables
• Support client meetings, technical discussions, and project planning efforts
• Participate in site visits and constructability reviews
• Interpreting and incorporating vendor information into design deliverables
• Apply client standards related to the work
• Perform/ensure company’s Quality assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages
• Ensure compliance with industry codes (e.g., IEEE, NESC, NEC) and utility standards
• Continuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers

Skills

• BS in Engineering, preferably electrical with Power Focus
• 2+ years of experience in substation physical design for electric utilities
• 2+ years of experience working with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and MicroStation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong initiative and leadership qualities to support career advancement
• Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design tool
• Familiarity with substation design standards and practices (IEEE, NESC, utility specs)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff
• Experience leading substation projects modelled in 3D using Autodesk Inventor
• Familiarity with substation grounding studies and CDEGS
• Familiarity with Agi32 illumination software

Qualifications

Must Haves

• BS in Engineering, preferably electrical with Power Focus
• 2+ years of experience in substation physical design for electric utilities

Nice to Haves

• 2+ years of experience working with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and MicroStation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong initiative and leadership qualities to support career advancement
• Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design tool
• Familiarity with substation design standards and practices (IEEE, NESC, utility specs)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff
• Experience leading substation projects modelled in 3D using Autodesk Inventor
• Familiarity with substation grounding studies and CDEGS
• Familiarity with Agi32 illumination software

Benefits

• Fully remote
• Flexible schedule
• Work-life balance
• Donation matching
• Volunteer opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Access to professional development resources
• 401k matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan