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Gresham Smith26 months ago

Substation Engineer - Transportation Market

On-site · Knoxville, Tennessee, United States or Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Type
Full Time
Level
Mid Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Unknown

Job Summary

As a Substation Engineer, you will lead the design of high-voltage substations and supervise engineering professionals. Responsibilities include creating layouts, performing grounding and shielding analyses, preparing project specifications, and executing various electrical designs and studies. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, 5–10 years of relevant experience, and PE registration (or a willingness to obtain it). The role requires thorough knowledge of NEC/NESC codes and proficiency with power utilization equipment.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Mechanical Engineering (BSME), or a related field
  • 5–10 years of experience in high-voltage electric substation design
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) and willingness to obtain additional licenses in other states
  • Detailed knowledge of NEC and NESC code requirements

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in the utility industry
  • Strong understanding of power utilization equipment, including switchgear, protective relays, breakers, transformers, motors, and generators
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills

Additional Requirements

  • Does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, search firms, or agencies
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