Substation Electrical Engineer

Kiewit • Westlake, TX • 1h ago

Electrical Substation Engineer II (Mid-Level)

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated Electrical Substation Engineer II to join our growing Power Delivery team in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. This position supports the planning, design, and execution of electrical substation projects for utility, industrial, and energy clients. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of substation engineering experience and a strong understanding of high-voltage power systems, substation design principles, and utility industry standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to grow their career while working on complex transmission and distribution infrastructure projects that help power communities and industries across North America.

Responsibilities

Perform engineering and design activities for transmission and distribution substations.

Develop physical substation layouts, equipment arrangements, grounding plans, conduit plans, and electrical calculations.

Prepare and review engineering deliverables, including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and protection and control design packages.

Coordinate with civil, structural, protection & control, transmission line, and construction teams throughout project execution.

Support equipment selection and specifications for transformers, breakers, switches, reactors, capacitor banks, and other substation equipment.

Participate in client meetings and technical discussions.

Review vendor drawings and equipment submittals.

Assist with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and engineering estimates.

Support construction, commissioning, and field activities as needed.

Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and utility requirements.

LI-DK1

Position Overview

As an Electrical Engineer, you will...[Insert overview of the position's purpose, primary responsibilities, and key skills/experience we're looking for in candidates. Why would someone want this job? What's in it for them? Use "you" language geared towards the candidate.]

District Overview

Insert District/Department Overview

Location

One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

Performs intermediate calculations under the supervision of a more senior engineer. Solves problems using well established scientific principles.

Has good understanding of the NEC and how to apply it to design on electrical systems.

Develops electrical data sheets for electrical equipment.

Develops low voltage and medium voltage wiring schematics with supervision.

Able to analyze data and understands the relationships and correlations.

Ability to draw conclusions and present finding to senior leadership.

Proactive about learning new information and skills.

Initiates development of personal objectives aligned with those of the organization.

Seeks feedback and uses it effectively.

Has good understanding of the complete design and has good input into ways of improving the design.

Utilize codes and standards to complete assignments.

Identifies the customer's both internally and externally.

Handles various assignments, including rework, in timely manner to meet schedule deadlines.

Performs assigned work efficiently and effectively to maximize person productivity.

Performs quality checks of the design in a team environment to ensure accuracy.

Carries out assignments carefully while focused on details.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering minimum required.

2-4 years' minimum relevant experience in refining and petrochemical industry.

Receives limited instruction on routine work and detailed instruction on new assignment from more experienced engineer.

Adjusts to varying demands of work and performs well.

Communicates effectively orally and in writing. Present ideas clearly and in professional manner.

Participates on teams effectively. Accepts direction from the team. Individually contributes to success of the team.

Supports project teams and departments in a positive and productive manner. Works well with other to accomplish common goals and objectives.

Serves as point of contact for external or internal customers.

Follows through on commitments made to internal and external customers.

Able to manage multiple responsibilities with set expectations and meet deadlines.

Working Conditions

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

Minimum of 3 years of electrical substation engineering experience .

Experience supporting transmission and distribution substation projects.

Knowledge of substation layout and design practices.

Familiarity with utility standards, NESC, IEEE, ANSI, and applicable industry codes.

Experience using engineering and design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar tools.

Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Must currently reside in the Dallas-Fort Worth area or be willing to relocate prior to starting employment.

Preferred

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.

Experience working with EPC contractors, engineering consulting firms, utilities, or power delivery organizations.

Exposure to high-voltage substations ranging from 12kV through 500kV.

Experience supporting construction and commissioning activities.

Company: Kiewit

Kiewit

Go to Apply

Share this job

Similar Jobs

PT Tech

United Musculoskeletal Partners • Southlake, TX • 16min ago

IT & Engineering

DESCRIPTION A physical therapy technician is responsible for assisting the PT with non-clinical tasks and assisting in patient care. This may include the following: keeping treatment area organized and clean by sanitizin...

16min ago

Go to Apply

PT Tech

U.S. Physical Therapy • Flower Mound, TX • 23min ago

IT & Engineering

Company Description Therapy Partners of North Texas serves the Greater North Dallas Area with twelve evidence-based practices that provide comprehensive evaluations, treatments, and prevention strategies for general orth...

23min ago

Go to Apply

Hvac Technician

Aerotek • Fort Worth, TX • 11h ago

IT & Engineering

Job Title: HVAC Technician We are seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to provide routine and specialized building repair and maintenance support for hospital facilities and equipment. This role involves using a computerize...

11h ago

Go to Apply

Software Engineer

Charles Schwab • Southlake, TX • 17h ago

IT & Engineering

Your opportunity At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us challenge the status quo and transform the finance industry together. We...

17h ago

Go to Apply

Building Engineer

Aerotek • Fort Worth, TX • 22h ago

IT & Engineering

Facilities Maintenance Technician The Facilities Maintenance Technician provides routine and specialized building repair and maintenance support for hospital facilities, equipment, and properties. This role uses a comput...

22h ago

Go to Apply

Structural Design Engineer II

Southland Industries • Fort Worth, TX • 22h ago

IT & Engineering

Position Summary Lead, evaluate, design, and engineer projects and systems to specification on projects ranging from new design/build to rehabilitation of existing facilities and systems.??Provide ongoing technical guida...

22h ago

Go to Apply

Structural Design Engineer III

Southland Industries • Fort Worth, TX • 22h ago

IT & Engineering

22h ago

Go to Apply

Digital Software Engineering Lead

Citigroup • Irving, TX • 1d ago

IT & Engineering

The Digital Software Engineering Lead is a strategic professional who stays abreast of developments within own field and contributes to directional strategy by considering their application in own job and the business. R...

1d ago

Go to Apply

VDC Field Technician I

Southland Industries • Carrollton, TX • 1d ago

IT & Engineering

Position Summary The VDC Field Technicians support project teams by translating coordinated digital models into accurate field layout. ?Working with advanced surveying tools, robotic total stations, GPS, and emerging fie...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Solutions Architect II

Kiewit • Westlake, TX • 1d ago

IT & Engineering

Requisition ID: 181458 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: DHO Information Technology Group Department: Technology Group Market: Corporate Home Office Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview TAG (Transformatio...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)