Vanderweil Engineers · 4 hours ago
Senior Electrical Engineer (Power Engineering - Substation Design)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$165K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expVanderweil Engineers is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to design unique utility electrical substations and power generation projects. The role involves leading teams, managing project workloads, and ensuring quality control while utilizing various engineering tools and standards.
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Hiring Manager
John Birtwell
Responsibilities
Lead teams of electrical engineers and designers providing technical direction for complex utility substation and power generation projects
Manage technical direction and workload of electrical engineers and designers located in multiple locations across the US by reviewing project technical requirements, holding weekly project meetings, and evaluating workloads
Respond to Requests for Proposals from clients and other company groups and offices. Take lead responsibility for developing scope of work, labor effort, and cost for client provided RFPs
Perform Quality Control and Quality Assurance tasks for large projects and assist project leads with unique situations and demands
Create, review, oversee and professionally seal as required for electrical designs during different phases of projects including schematic design, design development, and construction documents in accordance with the Electrical Department’s procedures and standards and specific client standards, where applicable
Manage utilization of Revit, AutoCAD, AutoCAD-3D, and Substation Design Suite to model electrical system components and systems in accordance with the Department and client’s procedures and standards
Be knowledgeable of and manage utilization of electrical power programs such as ETAP, SKM, CYME, CDEGS, and AGI32 lighting software
Strong physical understanding of laying out switchyards through 500kV, electrical gear and spaces, sizing branch circuits, laying out devices, lighting layout, and circuitry, including lighting controls, in accordance with the Energy Codes
Relay, protection, and control knowledge a plus
Knowledgeable of associated Codes and Standards, including the ANSI/IEEE, NESC, IBC, IECC, and the NEC
Experience working on Utility Company projects and/or dealing with utilities for clients is desired
Project Management, including Construction Administration activities such as management of submittal reviews, RFI responses, and Shop Drawing reviews
Extensive understanding of electrical construction procedures and systems/materials used in constructing electrical systems and components
Excellent verbal and written communications skills to support team coordination activities
Participate in annual reviews for employees and implement performance improvement plans for employees performing below expectations
Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects
Mentorship to younger personnel
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems preferred
Professional Registration required
Minimum of 10 years of experience designing and managing electrical systems in the Substation and Power Industry
Strong understanding of the ANSI/IEEE, NESC, NEC, IBC, and IECC
Preferred
Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Experience working on Utility Company projects and/or dealing with utilities for clients is desired
Benefits
Our hybrid work style (up to 2 days remote per week) allows team members to have flexibility while building their skills through in-person exposure to industry experts.
Our wellness programs prioritize our team members’ physical and behavioral health.
Company
Vanderweil Engineers
Vanderweil is a mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, technology, sustainability, commissioning, and power engineering firm dedicated to providing customized and innovative engineering solutions through excellent client service.
201-500 employees
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Eli Sherman
President & CEO
Keith Lord
CFO/Managing Principal
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