Electrical Engineer - Substation

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer - Substation in our Atlanta office.

Responsibilities include:

Physical designs for electrical substations, both new construction and upgrades/retrofits
Prepare and review documents and drawings. These include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, plan-section drawings, foundation, grounding drawings, AC/DC calculation, grounding and shielding study, and equipment specifications and Bill of Materials.
Preparing bid, construction, and as-built documents
Develop proposals (scope of work, estimate, etc.)
Perform substation testing and commissioning as needed
Field visits including pre-engineering, pre-construction and post-construction inspections
Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (i.e. NEC, NESC, IEEE)
Develop proficiency with the applications and tools necessary to complete projects requested by clients
Lead QA/QC process and sign off on engineering documents
Manage team of engineers, technicians and designers
Stay informed of client, industry, and company news and developments
Learn and remain aware of the services and skills offered by all departments within the company
Align company capabilities with the needs of existing and potential clients; find opportunities to offer additional relevant services

Skills and qualifications:

A BS in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
10+ years of experience in substation physical design
Registered Professional Engineer
Proficient with AutoCAD and/or Microstation; AutoCAD Inventor and AutoCAD Electrical experience (a plus)
Ability to communicate effectively and honestly, both written and verbal, to clients and colleagues
The ability and willingness to travel approximately 15% annually
The ability and willingness to work extended hours to meet project deadlines
Attention to detail
Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems
Strong organizational skills
Integrity – the P&D way of doing business and as a professional engineer
Knowledge – utility systems, power line design, leadership
Service-oriented attitude
Initiative, self-sufficiency, and a strong desire to learn and train others
Attention to safety and the welfare of co-workers and clients
Proficiency with Microsoft® Office (required), and Office 365 and SharePoint (preferred)
Southern Company Substation experience (preferred)

Electrical Engineer - Substation Design