Ampirical · 11 hours ago
Experienced Substation Physical Engineer
Greater Duluth Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $119K/yr
3+ years expAmpirical is shaping the future of the power grid with precision and innovation. They are seeking an Experienced Substation Physical Engineer to deliver accurate designs of high-voltage electrical substation components, prepare construction drawing packages, and provide mentorship to less experienced engineers.
ConsultingReal Estate
Responsibilities
Deliver accurate designs of high-voltage electrical substation components that meet industry and client standards
Design substation systems and components including general arrangement, equipment layout, grounding, conduit, and bills of material
Prepare construction drawing packages for bids and review incoming submittals for alignment with design and constructability
Perform quality reviews of electrical engineering work for both peers and subcontractors
May act as Lead Engineer and Engineer of Record for assigned projects
May manage the development of project proposals, bid preparation, and project schedules
Assist project teams during construction on substation-related issues
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced engineers
Travel to client sites and field locations as necessary
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited university
FE required for both levels (or +2 years experience in lieu of FE)
Engineer III: 3+ years of experience in substation physical design within the utilities or energy industry
Engineer IV: 5+ years of experience with demonstrated technical depth and project leadership
Experience with ETAP, WinIGS, and IEEE 80/998
Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD, Inventor software (2D/3D modeling experience is a plus)
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Preferred
PE preferred for Engineer IV
Benefits
Profit-Sharing Bonus : Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)
Day-One Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
PTO : Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays
Flexible Work Schedule : Every other Friday off
Career Development : Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
Perks : Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more
Company
Ampirical
Ampirical is a utilities company that provides design engineering, project management, and construction services.
201-500 employees
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