Substation Design Engineer - Senior Level

Provides technical support to employees and contractors in the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of system components.

Prepares estimates, material requisitions, specifications and drawings for internally designed projects.

Makes recommendations to troubleshoot technical problems on various electrical equipment and systems.

Serves as lead engineer on design projects by checking designs submitted by contractors, issuing the project for construction when approved and participating in the creation of conceptual designs and layouts.

Creates designs for substation installations, protective relaying systems, relay settings and SCADA systems.

Reviews and approves designs created by Associate and Intermediate Level Engineers.

Collaborates with other engineers and departments which may include consulting, managing projects, organizing resources or maintenance.

Generates internal and external reports on various facets of transmission system.

Attends meetings and training sessions to increase professional knowledge and skills.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Major in Electrical Engineering; or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education.

Minimum of six (6) years of related engineering experience.

Technical expertise in planning, design, construction and/or maintenance of electric power transmission lines, substations, power equipment or control systems (including relay protection, SCADA and telecommunications)

Power system coursework preferred for electrical engineering majors.

Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards including National Electronic Safety Code (NESC), American Concrete Institute (ACI) and American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) for civil engineering majors.

Utility experience preferred.

Possess sound analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors and individuals inside and outside the Company.

Ability to multi-task and work under minimal supervision, in a team environment.

Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).

Ability to learn and utilize job specific software.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.