Electrical Engineer - IDOM USA : Job Details

IDOM is an international engineering and consulting firm with headquarters in Spain, and over 5300 employees in 45 offices worldwide. ENR currently ranks us #61 in the top international engineering firms worldwide. In the US we emphasize providing professional engineering and consulting services to the sectors of Power, Petrochemical, Astronomy, Research Test Facilities and general Manufacturing. We are currently expanding operations in the Northeast in Power Transmission and Distribution sector.

This position is related to Substations and distributed generation energy projects to work for one of the worldwide top renewable and distributed generation utilities. Experience in this field is absolutely required.

This position includes the responsibility of performing substation engineering and project management services on various substation projects (from 34.5kV up to 765 kV voltage level) for local and domestic clients. This position will be responsible for all aspects of the engineering design oversight and project management of multiple complex utility projects. Responsibilities include the preparation of electrical protection and control and substation physical layout design; ownership of the project scope, schedule & budget; and interface and coordination of other disciplines including communications, civil & structural, transmission line, project/program management, permitting, and contractor coordination & construction support as needed to successfully execute and develop deliverables for high and extra-high voltage substations (HV and EHV). This is not a supervisory position; however, the individual may need to direct the work of other engineers and/or designers on a project basis. While this is an office-based position, some travel (including international) may be required.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare new and modify existing relay drawings including relay panel arrangements, single lines, three lines, AC schematics, equipment wiring, and relay panel wiring.
• Design substations utilizing client standards including bill of materials, yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, ground grid, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC and DC power systems, and cable lists.
• Prepare calculations and equipment specifications.
• Execute complex assignments requiring the use of advanced techniques, resulting in the development of new or improved processes, equipment and/or technological methods.
• Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members. Regularly meets and corresponds with clients or outside personnel.

Minimum Academic & Professional Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (preferred)
• 4- 7 years experience in UTILITY projects.

Key Skills: Viable candidate will be a flexible and dynamic team player capable of integrating into an international team. Individuals must have excellent written and oral communication skills, along with very good organizational and project documentation habits. AutoCad experience is preferred. Ability to provide excellent customer service, work well in a collaborative environment and demonstrate effective team building skills is a must. Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

Advanced knowledge of power systems protection, high voltage engineering, underground systems, transmission and distribution systems, grounding, lightning shielding is preferred. Proficiency with National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standards.

Our Employees Enjoy:

· COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION – Including Incentive compensation based on company performance

· JOB ENRICHMENT AND CAREER ENHANCEMENT

· GREAT BENEFITS – Company contributions to Health Savings Accounts, medical insurance, dental insurance, short-term disability, long term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), paid time off, holiday pay, and other benefit programs

· EXCELLENT WORKING CONDITIONS

· PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT- IDOM, Inc. invests in developing its professionals including job-related professional training with tuition reimbursement opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.