GAI Consultants Inc.
Substation Protection & Control Engineer EIT 1
GAI Consultants Inc., Lisle, Illinois, United States, 60532
Overview
GAI Consultants is currently seeking a Substation Protection & Control Engineer EIT 1 to work in the Power Delivery Substation Department in our Lisle, IL, or Homestead, PA or Overland Park, KS office. It would be beneficial for the successful candidate to have familiarity with substation design and relevant engineering internship or co-op work experience. Responsibilities
Perform detailed design of low to extra-high-voltage substations and switchyards Develop and/or revise existing drawings for one-line, physical arrangement, electrical schematics, electrical wiring diagrams, grounding, conduit and wire schedules, bill of materials, site development, battery sizing, and equipment layout, including coordinating with CAD operators to develop organized, quality CAD drawings Integrate physical layout and design of substations to interface with protection and control drawings or vice versa Develop control and relay panel layouts including assembling the specifications Create project criteria Develop design specifications including the overall bill of materials Design and size auxiliary systems including AC/DC load centers as well as batteries and chargers Design and size conduit, cable, and backup generators Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews Travel to site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs Assist with the technical development of the scope of services and cost estimates for substation and P&C projects Required Skills and Experience
Bachelor's (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program with a strong academic background and coursework in electrical power concepts/AC power systems analysis Strong communication skills, including written and oral communication skills, to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel Detail-oriented and professional with a "Client First" approach to interactions Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously and possess strong time management skills Proficient with MS Office applications Desired Skills and Experience
Familiarity with substation design Relevant engineering internship or co-op work experience General Characteristics
Possesses foundational engineering concepts through undergraduate-level education Acquires basic knowledge and develops basic skills through mentored experience Applies learned knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience Minimum Years of Experience
Entry / 0+ Education
B.S. or M.S. Engineering Certification/Licensure
Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and obtained engineer-in-training (EIT) or engineering-intern (EI) certification Technical Responsibilities
Collects data and gathers information or documents Participates in laboratory testing and field investigations Performs basic computations or analysis Assists with preparation of engineering deliverables Observes construction activities Project and Task Management
Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope No managerial responsibilities at this level Management Responsibility
Receives close supervision on all aspects of assignments Receives mentorship from a licensed engineer Communication Skills
Possesses basic oral and written communication skills. Identifies and acknowledges principles of teamwork and leadership Interacts primarily with internal project team members 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 is committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth. Benefits of working at GAI include
Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays 401k company match Tuition Reimbursement Qualifications
Education Bachelors of Engineering (required) Experience 0 years: Related Experience 0 (required) Licenses & Certifications Driver's License (required) • EIT (required) Equal Opportunity
Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is an equal opportunity employer. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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GAI Consultants is currently seeking a Substation Protection & Control Engineer EIT 1 to work in the Power Delivery Substation Department in our Lisle, IL, or Homestead, PA or Overland Park, KS office. It would be beneficial for the successful candidate to have familiarity with substation design and relevant engineering internship or co-op work experience. Responsibilities
Perform detailed design of low to extra-high-voltage substations and switchyards Develop and/or revise existing drawings for one-line, physical arrangement, electrical schematics, electrical wiring diagrams, grounding, conduit and wire schedules, bill of materials, site development, battery sizing, and equipment layout, including coordinating with CAD operators to develop organized, quality CAD drawings Integrate physical layout and design of substations to interface with protection and control drawings or vice versa Develop control and relay panel layouts including assembling the specifications Create project criteria Develop design specifications including the overall bill of materials Design and size auxiliary systems including AC/DC load centers as well as batteries and chargers Design and size conduit, cable, and backup generators Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews Travel to site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs Assist with the technical development of the scope of services and cost estimates for substation and P&C projects Required Skills and Experience
Bachelor's (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program with a strong academic background and coursework in electrical power concepts/AC power systems analysis Strong communication skills, including written and oral communication skills, to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel Detail-oriented and professional with a "Client First" approach to interactions Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously and possess strong time management skills Proficient with MS Office applications Desired Skills and Experience
Familiarity with substation design Relevant engineering internship or co-op work experience General Characteristics
Possesses foundational engineering concepts through undergraduate-level education Acquires basic knowledge and develops basic skills through mentored experience Applies learned knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience Minimum Years of Experience
Entry / 0+ Education
B.S. or M.S. Engineering Certification/Licensure
Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and obtained engineer-in-training (EIT) or engineering-intern (EI) certification Technical Responsibilities
Collects data and gathers information or documents Participates in laboratory testing and field investigations Performs basic computations or analysis Assists with preparation of engineering deliverables Observes construction activities Project and Task Management
Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope No managerial responsibilities at this level Management Responsibility
Receives close supervision on all aspects of assignments Receives mentorship from a licensed engineer Communication Skills
Possesses basic oral and written communication skills. Identifies and acknowledges principles of teamwork and leadership Interacts primarily with internal project team members 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 is committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth. Benefits of working at GAI include
Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays 401k company match Tuition Reimbursement Qualifications
Education Bachelors of Engineering (required) Experience 0 years: Related Experience 0 (required) Licenses & Certifications Driver's License (required) • EIT (required) Equal Opportunity
Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is an equal opportunity employer. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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