RRC Companies · 1 week ago
Electrical Designer II - Substation
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expRRC Companies is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm specializing in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States and Canada. They are seeking a Substation Designer to lead the detailed CAD design of high voltage substations and switchyards, while coordinating with various teams to ensure client satisfaction and quality work.
ConstructionConsultingInfrastructureProject ManagementRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Lead detailed CAD design of high voltage substation and switchyards. Design packages encompass creating the general arrangement from the operating single line diagram, site layouts, sections/elevations, bus and overhead conductor calculation/selections, ground grid, cable tray/trench/duct bank, yard lighting, lightning protection, prefabricated control building layouts, AC/DC station service supply, voltage drop, conduit/cable tray fill, bill of materials, etc
Support the development of protection and control design packages encompassing P&C single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, etc
Coordinate with renewable energy collector system, civil, structural and transmission line design and studies teams
Interface with internal and external team members including electrical engineers, electrical designers, drafters, project managers, and take ownership of the project to meet and exceed client expectations
Support development of standards, optimizations, and processes and provide execution plans with strong follow-through
Qualification
Required
Minimum of diploma or bachelors degree in drafting / electrical design
5+ years related experience in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil3D, and/or AutoCAD Map3D in power delivery (transmission and distribution systems for utilities or industrial), renewable energy, or power generation
Strong CAD skills with experience utilizing layers, blocks, XREFs, coordinate systems, annotations, and dimensioning while abiding by company and industry drafting standards
Must be authorized for full-time work in Canada
Ability to work on multi-discipline projects
Excellent time management and organization skills
Excellent computer skills; proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook with advanced MS Office skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and make recommendations
Ability to collaborate within a team environment
Self-motivated and work with minimal guidance
Preferred
3D Modeling experience a plus
Experience with PVcase, PVCAD a plus
Knowledge of renewable energy industry relating to utility scale wind and solar projects, such as MV power systems and AC/DC distribution system a plus
Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems a plus
Understanding of applicable industry codes and standards including the ANSI/IEEE, NESC, NEC, CSA a plus
Manufacturer experience of power transformer, circuit breaker, AIS/GIS switchgear, AC/DC inverter, etc. a plus
Benefits
Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401k matching
Bonus eligibility
Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
Company
RRC Companies
RRC Companies is an engineering firm that offers technical solutions, construction & advisory services to various renewable energy projects.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bill Bong
President
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