Electrical Engineer (Substations) (62569)

Summary

NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc. is seeking a mid-level Electrical Engineer for its Data Center Substations group. The role performs electrical power system design and analysis, supports client projects, prepares technical documentation and studies, and provides field assistance while delivering quality work on schedule and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Performs detailed design on all aspects of substation electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications, project and construction cost estimates, and project scheduling
• Prepares computer-based models and perform power system studies on utility and industrial/commercial electrical power transmission and distribution systems, including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, power factor, harmonic analysis, and other related studies. Employee should create simple hand checks to quantify the computer aided results
• Develops protective relay settings
• Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies
• Provides field assistance and troubleshooting
• Checks the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
• Understands the applications of relevant Codes and Standards
• Assists with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Education: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
• Experience: 1 – 5 years of relevant engineering or field experience
• Knowledge and familiarity with substation electrical design
• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
• Good interpersonal and people skills
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• Travel typically ranges from 15–25% and varies by project
• Licensure: FE, PE is a plus, but not required
• Experience with AutoCAD is a plus

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Education: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
• Experience: 1 – 5 years of relevant engineering or field experience
• Knowledge and familiarity with substation electrical design
• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
• Good interpersonal and people skills
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• Travel typically ranges from 15–25% and varies by project

Nice to Haves

• Licensure: FE, PE is a plus, but not required
• Experience with AutoCAD is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• A 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Hybrid or fully remote work model depending on location and project needs