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AECOM · 2 days ago

High Voltage Transmission Electrical Engineer

Oakland, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$116K/yr - $215K/yr

6+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Engineering support for HVDC terrestrial and submarine cable systems and converter stations

Supporting HVDC cable routing and converter station feasibility studies

Providing technical support input during the project permitting phase

Preparation of conceptual level engineering documents

Working with Project Engineer and Project Manager on developing design schedules and budgets for electrical engineering work activities

Supporting clients with utility interface and technical coordination

Power system studies (load flow, short circuit, protective coordination, arc flash analysis)

PSCAD model development and analysis

Preparation of one line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, BOMs, wire schedule, interconnection diagrams

Field experience including witnessing testing of HVDC equipment and systems

Developing construction and equipment specifications

Supporting projects during construction, start-up, and commissioning as needed

Grounding Analysis and Design

Reviewing engineering work performed by peers

Attending client meetings

Assist in the promotion of AECOM's capabilities while maintaining our existing client base and

Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise, technical expertise for studies and design efforts, and presents complex technical solutions to clients

Perform quality control reviews of work developed by others

Participate in development of technical proposals

Provides estimates for the engineering budget and schedule

For this role, AECOM offers the freedom and flexibility to work remotely and/or be located at a variety of Energy offices in multiple locations across the United States through our Freedom to Grow program

Qualification

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Electrical power engineeringProfessional engineer licenseLeadershipProblem-solvingElectrical EngineeringHVACHVDCFACTSPower Systems AnalysisASPEN OneLinerETAPSKM Power ToolsAcSELeratorEnerVistaIndustry CodesNECNESCIEEEEPCDesign/Build ProjectsPlant StartupCommissioningOwner’s EngineeringCommunication

Required

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering

6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Experience must include electrical power engineering coupled with some leadership experience

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Electrical Engineering required

Occasional travel required to other AECOM locations and Client sites

Valid U.S. Driver's License required

Preferred

Masters degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred

8+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

HVAC Experience in addition to HVDC

Experience working with FACTS

Power systems analysis software experience (ASPEN OneLiner, ETAP, SKM Power Tools, AcSELerator, EnerVista, etc.)

Familiarity with industry codes and standards (NEC, NESC, IEEE, etc.)

Able to lead engineering tasks with strong communication skills (written and verbal)

Experience on full EPC, Design/Build projects from start to finish

Plant Startup and Commissioning Field Experience

Owner’s Engineering experience

Experience working with remote teams

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Disability Benefits

Paid Time Off

Leaves of Absence

Voluntary Benefits

Perks

U.S. and Global Well-being Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Business Travel Insurance

Service Recognition Awards

Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company

AECOM

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AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.

Founded in 1990

Los Angeles, California, USA

10,001+ employees

http://www.aecom.com/

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