ICF · 6 days ago
Lead Substation Physical Engineer - REMOTE
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
$119K/yr - $203K/yr
8+ years expICF is seeking an experienced Substation Physical Engineer to lead the design and execution of high-voltage substation projects. The role involves overseeing the preparation of engineering studies and ensuring compliance with industry codes while mentoring junior engineers.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited, leading and overseeing the design and preparation of substation physical design drawings and including:
Substation One Line and Three Line
Station General Arrangements & Sections
Electrical Details
Grounding Plan & Details
Conduit Plan & Details
Control Cubicle Layout, Sections, Cable Tray, Lighting, and Grounding
Low-Voltage AC Panels
Grounding Plan & Details
Lightning Protection
Illumination Plan & Details
Leading the design and preparation of engineering studies such as:
AC Load
Illumination
Grounding
Lightning Shielding
Develop Bill of Materials based on design criteria
Coordinate with protection & controls, civil/structural, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables
Support client meetings, technical discussions, and project planning efforts
Participate in site visits and constructability reviews
Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables
Apply client standards related to the work
Perform/ensure company’s Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages
Ensure compliance with industry codes (e.g., IEEE, NESC, NEC) and utility standards
Continuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance
Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers
Demonstrate leadership potential to support transition into a Supervising Engineer
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (focus in power systems preferred)
8+ years of experience in substation physical design for electric utilities
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design tool
Familiarity with substation design standards and practices (IEEE, NESC, utility specs)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff
Strong initiative and leadership qualities to support career advancement
Experience leading substation projects modelled in 3D using Autodesk Inventor
Familiarity with substation grounding studies and CDEGS
Familiarity with Agi32 illumination software
Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel
Benefits
Fully remote, flexible schedule, work-life balance
Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Company
ICF
ICF is a global consulting and technology services provider focused on making big things possible for our clients.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$59MKey Investors
New York State Department of TransportationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-02-13Grant· $29M
2021-03-15Grant· $30M
2006-09-28IPO
Leadership Team
John Wasson
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer Welham
Senior Vice President, Health, People, and Human Services
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