Ameren · 1 day ago
Substation Design Engineer
Decatur, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$71K/yr - $137K/yrAmeren Illinois is a provider of electric transmission and distribution services. The Substation Design Engineer will be responsible for engineering design, project management, and technical support for Bulk, Distribution, and Customer Substations, while also working on integrating renewable energy sources into the existing grid.
ConsultingConsumer ElectronicsElectrical DistributionEnergyInformation TechnologyOil and GasSolar
Responsibilities
Establish basic design parameters, writing and evaluating material and construction specifications, direct drawing preparation, and perform cost/benefit analyses
Project management activities including responsibility for overall project cost and scheduling; coordinating activities related to real estate, purchasing, drafting, construction, operating, and related engineering groups associated with projects. The position requires simultaneously handling multiple projects with varying completion dates
Technical support activities include providing consulting services to other groups in matters relating to Bulk, Distribution, and Customer Substations
With an increased interest in green energy and renewables, engineers will be working with solar and other DER customers on projects that will integrate these new clean energy sources into Ameren's existing grid
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university required
Proficiency in use of computers
Good analytical, communication and human relations skills
Capacity to work on major project teams
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple assignments/projects
Demonstrate the following Ameren competencies: Think Customer, Inspire and Engage, Foster Innovation, Drive Results, Champion Learning, Build Trust, and Be Strategic
Preferred
Completion of Power Option classes as part of college coursework preferred
Electrical background (e.g., college coursework or work experience) is preferred
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License or active commitment to obtain one is preferred
Prefer applicants with Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification
Substation or related equipment design, option or maintenance experience preferred
Benefits
Medical coverage on date of hire
100% employer paid cash balance pension plan
401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire
Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave
Company
Ameren
Ameren is a delivery company that specializes in natural gas and electric distribution, as well as electric transmission services.
Founded in 1881
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.35B2025-09-15Post Ipo Debt· $350M
2025-05-12Post Ipo Equity· $521.74M
2025-03-26Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
Michael Moehn
Senior Executive Vice President and CFO, Ameren Corp; Chairman and President, Ameren Services
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Kevin DeGraw
Vice President, Renewable and Storage Projects
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