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Electrical Consultants, Inc.

Substation Project Engineer

Electrical Consultants, Inc., Berlin, Connecticut, United States

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Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV.

Responsibilities: The Project Engineer is responsible for the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new, upgraded and expanded substations, including material procurement, construction and commissioning/startup support through energization. Engineering responsibilities include the development and delivery of physical, electrical, civil and communication design studies, calculations, drawings, exhibits and specifications. The Project Engineer assists the Project Manager in the planning and execution of best‑in‑class projects, including client and stakeholder coordination, training and mentoring of design staff, project quality assurance, and oversight of design engineers, designers, drafters and support staff. The Project Engineer coordinates the completion of specialized tasks with ECI's subject matter expert discipline groups such as Distribution Studies, Transmission Studies, Grounding Studies, Protection (relay coordination and settings), Civil Engineering, Communication (SCADA Integration), Transmission & Distribution Engineering, Environmental Planning, Surveying, Lands/Right-of-Way, and Project Management/Controls.

Qualifications: Minimum requirements include a Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, 6+ years of project and design engineering experience (or an acceptable combination of education and experience). The candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organization and planning skills; ability to work in a team environment; commitment to quality and accuracy; and a willingness to meet fast‑paced project schedules. A PE license is preferred. The applicant must have advanced knowledge of power engineering principles, be proficient with applicable codes, standards and design tools, possess basic project management execution skills, and have the ability to oversee and direct design personnel on a project team. Experience in the utility or merchant power industry is a plus. Occasional travel/drafting is required. The successful applicant may be subject to client‑mandated drug and background checking and must meet ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H‑1B) now or in the future.

Salary and Benefits Salary commensurate with experience and education.

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan

Paid vacation, personal days and holidays

Continued professional education reimbursement

Electrical Consultants, Inc. employs over 850 engineers and professionals in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in the planning, engineering, and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Electrical Consultants, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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