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APR Consulting

Substation Engineer

APR Consulting, Pomona, California, United States, 91768

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2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants An electric utility client is looking for a Substation Design Engineer

who will perform Engineering and Design of substation electrical facilities while acting as the Responsible Engineer for all voltage levels (up to 500kV) substation projects and resolving technical issues associated with substation engineering.

Position: Substation Design Engineer

Location: Pomona, CA 91768 (Hybrid - Reporting Onsite / Site Visits on Wednesdays and thursdays) )

Pay Rate : $86.01/hr. on W2

Duration : 18 months or longer

Schedule: 1 st shift, M-F, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Flexible start time

Note:Site visits throughout the Eastern Region of the company's territory.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Engineering and Design of substation electrical facilities while acting as the Responsible Engineer for all voltage levels (up to 500kV) substation projects and resolving technical issues associated with substation engineering

Develops preliminary scope of work based on project summary/description provided from sponsors

Schedules/Conducts pre-engineering job walk meetings with stakeholders (Construction, Maintenance, Operations, IT, Telecomm, Field Engineering, Test, etc.)

Creates/Reviews/Approves/Publishes pre-engineering job walk meeting minutes

Creates/Reviews/Approves/Publishes design specification documents

Ensures assigned projects are meeting scope, schedule, cost and CDM issue dates

Orders major equipment in a timely manner to meet material want dates

Manage various in-house design projects by providing technical engineering and design support to the design team as well as providing training and directions

Manages various engineering contractors and working with those contractors to ensure consistency and quality of design, delivery milestone dates, and cost

Reviews/Evaluates/Approves engineering contractor design cost estimates on direct award and/or competitive bidding projects

Participate in the mentoring and training of new engineers as required to help develop the technical expertise of the Substation Projects group

Reviews/Approve Purchase requisitions, change orders and service sheets through Ariba

Provides technical support to field personnel and other internal/external stakeholders and project related team members as required

Provides engineering support for on-ongoing operational needs to support service reliability and meet other related compliance requirements, such as emergent projects and/or stakeholder’s request and emergencies as well as North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) compliance and reporting

Coordinating with multiple disciplines to determine scope and cost for interconnecting generators and large customer load to the company’s grid

Providing scope for substation elements of interconnection and method of service studies

Create and maintain a safety conscious work environment by leading and influencing others to follow the company’s safety protocols and safe work practices

Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Design Manager, and Issuing Design Specification(s) & Design packages through the company’s internal electronic process.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Bachelor Degree in a Scientific/Technical/Math field

Five (5) or more years of experience in substation engineering and design

General knowledge and experience with guides, standards, codes, and methods to perform complex assignments.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Seven (7) years or more years of engineering experience

General knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform complex assignments for a specific discipline, various installations, or services

About our client :

Our client is one of the largest electric utilities and a longtime leader in renewable energy and energy efficiency in the United States providing electricity for much of Southern California.

About APR:

Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!

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