Senior/Lead Electrical Substation Design Engineer

Nexus Engineering Group Inc
Oak Brook, Illinois, United States, 60523
Full-time

Job summary :

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual who is capable of leading project teams and providing technical expertise on electrical substation engineering projects.

Substation projects can include the following :

  • Breaker and switch replacements (12kV-345kV)
  • Relay panel replacements
  • RTU replacements
  • Ring bus expansions
  • Line, bus and transformer relay upgrades
  • Physical design

Responsibilities :

  • Lead and manage project teams of engineers and designers in the design of electrical substations
  • Provide technical expertise and guidance on electrical substation engineering projects
  • Project scoping and site walkdowns, travel to various substations is part of this job (Travel less than 5%)
  • Prepare / create engineering documents for the installation of new, or modifications to existing substations, including : one-lines, 3-lines, schematics, bill of materials, and relay panel arrangements
  • Good understanding of substation ground grid, rigid and strain bus, and raceway designs
  • Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required
  • 5+ years or experience in designing electrical distribution / control systems
  • EIT certification desired, PE certification a plus
  • High voltage substation design (up to 34k kV) experience preferred
  • Project lead experience developing engineering schedules, budgets and forecasts
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and present positive image to clients

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work :

This is a full-time (hybrid) position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. This position is available hybrid or onsite.

Minimum of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

Competitive Benefits

Learn more about our competitive benefits in detail.

Why Nexus?

Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup.

With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.

At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you'll enjoy contributing to impactful projects.

Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.

Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and / or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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