Substation Design Engineer - Energy (Remote/Hybrid)

Substation Engineer – Energy (Remote/Hybrid)
ms consultants, inc.
Any ms office location

ms consultants has an amazing opportunity to be part of our growing energy business. We are seeking an energetic and driven self-starter to serve as a technical lead under the direction of the Senior VP of the Energy Business Unit.

This position will begin by co-working with ms Leadership to grow the energy practice in utility, transmission, and generation infrastructure, and be responsible for technical operations for infrastructure work. We are looking for an experienced electrical engineer interested in a role focused on business growth and technical project management.

The location for this position is flexible, but occasional travel to client sites domestically. The ideal candidate for this position can be based out of any of our office locations and we are willing consider someone remote depending on the right candidate.

What You'll Do:

The Engineer will collaborate with coworkers and clients while utilizing the most current technical software and techniques to manage the Scope, Design, Schedule, and Budget of multidiscipline projects.

• Creating engineering designs and work scope for substation projects and confirming documentation and support is available to necessary personnel. Possible items including steel structures, foundations, clearances, layout drawings, grounding, oil containment, lightning protection, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Proficient with substation protection and control design and industry standards.
• Capable of leading complex substation projects with a multi-discipline team from preliminary design through construction, including technical details, bid evaluation, schedule, drawing review, design review, action items testing, and delivery.
• Capable of leading complex substation projects with a multidiscipline team from full scope engineering and proposals, through detailed design, commission, and construction support for energization.
• Preparing bills-of-material and specifications to procure needed equipment and materials for a substation project.
• Preparing supporting documentation for engineering permits when necessary.
• Directing technical personnel to gather and record data for Substation Design projects.
• Analyzing engineering issues, structures, equipment, etc., and recommending appropriate solutions and alternate design options.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) required and National Electrical Code (NEC) is a plus, to ensure standards and equipment specifications are up to date and accurate and incorporate best practices.

What You'll Bring:

We are looking for someone who has proven technical, business, and interpersonal l skills that will thrive in our collaborative, matrixed team environment. Additionally, we are looking for someone with:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• Professional Engineering (PE) License required.
• Working knowledge of applicable computer software necessary to fulfill job duties including but not limited to Microsoft Office and Autodesk suite of products.
• Proven experience in an electrical engineer role.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be able to manage “multiple projects simultaneously” and be able to work effectively.
• Ability to support numerous locations, must be willing to travel across the U.S to field review project sites.
• Must be able to work under the pressure of deadlines, unexpected developments, changes in project scope, budget constraints, unforeseen field problems and demands on time for work assignments outside of the normal duties.
• Must have strong people skills and develop and maintain relationships across ms, with outside firms and manufacturers that further facilitate the cooperation needed to complete assigned tasks and that will inspire others to achieve, or exceed, goals.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in teams to coordinate designs with other ms areas of responsibility including Siting and Permitting, Project Management, Real Estate and Construction.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with good verbal skills and writing skills, providing comprehensive project status reports, clear and concise correspondence, and accurate information.
• Must possess strong organizational, computer, and critical thinking skills.

Why Choose ms consultants?

We are proud to be an award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, and environmental consulting firm, annually ranking within ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms. We partner with a variety of public and private clients and take pride in the many relationships we have formed by providing quality design solutions since 1963. We are dedicated to helping these clients achieve their goals through integrated, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service.

As a member of the ms team, we consider your needs as a professional and as an individual outside of work. We offer a career path which provides opportunities for advancement at any level of your career and costs for licensure, certifications, and further education. To support yourself and your family, we offer a robust benefits package with options for health coverage, in addition to life insurance, disability, long-term care, and more. Our comprehensive 401(k) plan with company matching contributions sets you up for the future, from hire to retire. Wherever you are in your personal and professional journey, ms has you covered.

We know work-life balance is important and offer paid time off and flexible work schedules for when you need it, in addition to company paid holidays. Our focus on work-life balance also includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and at home. We’re also able to offer full-time remote work for select positions, depending on the role and work requirement.

Our Mission:

By investing in our people, we create comprehensive solutions for communities and clients.

Our Vision:

Our vision is to shape a better tomorrow.

Our Values:

We are accountable. We foster collaboration. We stand for inclusion. We are committed to excellence. We are passionate about our work.

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