Substation Engineering Lead - Physical

AECOM • Conshohocken, PA • 3h ago

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM has a position available for a Substation Engineering Lead with a specialization in utility substation design.

This position can be based out of any AECOM office located in Dallas, TX; Arlington, VA; Austin, TX; Baltimore, MD; Bloomfield, NJ; Burlington, NJ; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Cleveland, OH; Conshohocken, PA.

This position is hybrid.

The focus of your experience must be in the power delivery industry and be associated with electrical engineering with respect to the physical design of utility scale substation development.

The responsibilities for the position include, but may not be limited to:

Senior technical resource may serve as technical advisor for team.

Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for substation scopes.

Develops study and design procedures to facilitate high quality cost effective work by others.

Participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables.

Develops estimates of technical efforts for projects.

Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawings.

Prepares technical specification sections.

Provides input to the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements.

Responsible for assisting with identification of key client interests and drivers and may determine the key clients in some instances.

Communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work.

Remove any impediments that are obstructing the engineering team from achieving its goals.

Works to advise Management about how to maximize ROI for the team.

Attending all client technical review meetings.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and 6 years of relevant high voltage substation design (physical) experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Professional engineer license (PE)

Experience with use of AutoCAD and/or Bentley MicroStation

Experience with use of CDEGS, WinIGS

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency in assessing mechanical forces and thermal effects of high fault currents on rigid bus

Knowledge of construction practices and constructability

Experience with proposal writing and project estimating

Working knowledge of scheduling and project controls processes

EIT Certification

2-3 years of overseeing and managing a project team

Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and assignments.

Superior Verbal & Written Communications

Good knowledge of the industry and technology trends specific to substations.

Strong familiarity with the NEC and National Electrical Safety Code

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not available for this role

Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available for this position.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $110,000 to $160,000.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10137033

Business Line: Energy

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: USD 110,000 - USD 160,000 - yearly

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