Substation EIT/Designer
HDR
About the Role
HDR Engineering is seeking a Substation EIT/Designer to join its nationally ranked Power Delivery team. This role involves technical design execution for substation engineering projects, from minor device replacements to large greenfield designs. This is a growth opportunity for a self-directed individual eager to learn and take on new challenges.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium, and High Voltage) and substation systems under the direction of senior engineers and designers.
- Work under the direction of Project Managers and Project Engineers.
- Prepare calculations, design sketches, and redline drawings.
- Collaborate with Designers and CAD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes, and project specifications.
- Develop typical designs including:
- One-line diagrams
- Protection and control schematic development
- Wiring diagrams
- SCADA and communications
- Substation physical layouts
- Material lists
- Conduit and cable sizing/routing
- AC and DC systems calculations and sizing
- Substation grounding
- Seek knowledge and experience in both Protection and Control (Indoor) and Physical (Outdoor) aspects of High Voltage (HV) Substation design.
- Occasional short-term travel (typically 1-5 days) may be necessary.
- Longer-term (several weeks) assignments may be required infrequently.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (specifically Electrical Engineering preferred).
- Candidates without their EIT will be designated as a Substation Designer and are expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of the employee-owned culture.