Substation EIT/Designer
HDR
About the Role
HDR Engineering is seeking a Substation EIT/Designer to join a nationally ranked Power Delivery team. This role is an integral part of executing technical designs on substation engineering projects of varying scales, 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
- Preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium, and High Voltage) and substation systems under the direction and supervision of senior engineers and designers.
- Seeking knowledge and experience in both Protection and Control (Indoor) and Physical (Outdoor) aspects of High Voltage (HV) Substation design.
- Work under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s).
- 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, communications
- Substation physical layouts
- Material lists
- Conduit and cable sizing/routing
- AC and DC systems calculations and sizing
- Substation grounding.
- Occasional short-term travel (typically 1-5 days) may be necessary. Longer-term (several weeks) assignments may be required infrequently.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of an employee-owned culture.
Qualifications
- Candidates without their EIT will be designated as a Substation Designer and are expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
- Local candidates are preferred.