Lead Substation Physical Design Engineer

Description

GAI Consultants is seeking a candidate for Substation Physical Design that will perform physical design related tasks, technical guidance / training / mentoring of staff, and assist with design reviews as required. The successful candidate will work on various substation engineering projects including detailed design for high voltage substation projects from 12kV through 500kV. Thrive in GAI's corporate culture that empowers employee advancement with support for career and professional development and engages with staff to build mutual trust and respect and consideration for diverse perspectives, people, experiences, and ideas.

Job Duties :

• Manage, design, and perform design checks related to technical activities including, but not limited to, the following :
• Development of and / or revisions to existing drawings for one-lines, physical arrangements, grounding, conduit, lighting, lightning protection, and rigid bus analysis with the ability to produce the associated drawings utilizing client specific CAD software.
• Create physical layouts and substation designs that integrate with protection and control drawings.
• Creation of project criteria.
• Development of design specifications including the overall bill of materials.
• Design and sizing of auxiliary systems including AC / DC load centers as well as batteries and chargers.
• Design and sizing of conduit and high voltage conductor.
• Ordering long-lead item materials.
• Assist in reviewing junior engineer's designs and verify they meet client standards and specifications.
• Document QAQC reviews, maintain record documents, and communicate information to the team.
• Traveling to other offices and meeting with clients and attending project-specific meetings on a regular basis.
• Managing tasks on multiple projects in accordance with GAI's high standards of project management.
• Managing and assisting with the development of the scope of services and cost estimates for Substation and P&C projects.
• Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgment to determine optimal solutions.
• Must be flexible to handle shifting deadlines and scope changes.
• Must have resource management skills and the ability to identify project barriers and mitigate them without schedule impacts.
• Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines and unexpected developments.
• Ability to work extended hours or after hours when required.
• Ability to create drawings utilizing 3D CAD software is preferred.
• A minimum of 6 years substation design experience is preferred.

General Characteristics

Minimum Years of Experience

Education

Certification / Licensure

Technical Responsibilities

Project and Task Management

Management Responsibility

Communication Skills

Why GAI?

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include :

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors of Engineering (required)

Experience

6 years : Development of and / or revisions to existing drawings for one-lines, physical arrangements, grounding, conduit, lighting, lightning protection, and rigid bus analysis with the ability to produce the associated drawings utilizing client specific CAD software. (required)

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License (required)

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