Substation Manager

Denver, CO 80256

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Civil Engineering Job Number: 38189296 Compensation: $120000-170000 / year

Job Description

Title: Substation Manager
Location: Anywhere in the United States close to an office location
Salary: $120,000 - $170,000 (DOE) 
Benefits: medical, dental & vision plans, 401(k)

 This includes leading business development efforts, proposal development, process development, technical distribution project execution and client management. Ultimately this role ensures that project requirements are met or exceeded during the execution of projects.

Key Responsibilities:
· Possess and maintain broad and in-depth knowledge of principles, practices, procedures, and standards related to utility power distribution, transmission, substation systems, specific expertise for substation.
· Design of substation and switching stations
· Physical Design – engineering and design of equipment, structures, ductbanks, grounding, lighting, static protection, relay houses
· P&C Design – engineering and design of protection and control systems, one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, wiring and connection diagrams, relay schemes, communication systems.
· Equipment Replacement – engineering and design associated with replacement programs.
· New Builds – greenfield project design
· Develop concept design alternatives, engineering calculations, analysis, and engineering estimates for major capital upgrade projects for substations.
· Perform site surveys for major upgrade projects, develop concept design, and present the design to management and the client.
· Assist and prepare complete cost estimates for large-scale substation projects.
· Keep up to date with utility industry standards and codes. Enforce and maintain all applicable standards and codes for O&M, replacement/renewal and new installations.
· Maintain in-depth knowledge of power system protection and relaying schemes for substations.
· Develop/review complex electrical system models and validate various system study findings/recommendations.
· Develop electrical specifications for major electrical apparatus.
· Schedule and attend field walk-downs with customer, subcontractor and construction personnel.
· Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation.
· Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency.
· Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders.
· Coordinate and review the work of up to 5 engineers and designers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum or equivalent and 10 years of related working experience.
· Project experience with electrical transmission line project design for major utility companies.

Meet Your Recruiter

Kellie Miller

Kellie Miller is a dedicated Technical Recruiter specializing in the Commercial Division. With a commendable 6-year career in recruitment, Kellie's passion for building meaningful connections with candidates sets her apart in the talent acquisition landscape.

As a Technical Recruiter in the Commercial Division, Kellie's understanding of industry intricacies empowers her to expertly connect candidates with positions that align with their experiences, skills, and aspirations. Her commitment to assessing qualifications and understanding each candidate's unique journeys and goals makes her a trusted partner in their career endeavors.

What Kellie enjoys most about her role is the art of connecting with people. She derives immense satisfaction from building relationships with candidates, delving into their experiences, exploring their skill sets, and uncovering their aspirations. Her genuine interest in each candidate's professional journey is the cornerstone of her approach.

Kellie's advice to job seekers reflects her dedication to thorough preparation. She encourages candidates to invest time in comprehensive research before applying or interviewing. This includes understanding the company, digging into the specifics of the role they're applying for, and critically assessing their skills and experiences. Kellie believes that such preparation allows candidates to showcase their qualifications effectively and demonstrates their genuine interest in the position.

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