SUBSTATION PHYSICAL DESIGNER
Company: Gannett Fleming
Location: Roanoke
Posted on: September 30, 2024
Job Description:
Gannett Fleming, is searching for a Physical Substation
Designer. - -This is remote position or a hybrid position in either
our Charlotte, NC, Roanoke, VA , Marlton, NJ, Pittsburgh, PA, St.
Louis, MO Chicago, IL or Phoenix, AZ office. -This experienced
Designer will be responsible for the physical design of high
voltage substation projects through 500kv.As a member of our team
you will be part of an organization widely recognized for -quality
and excellence. Our senior team members, regarded as industry
experts, are focused on training and leading the next generation of
Engineers and Designers. You will receive a competitive salary,
full benefits, and a valuable work/life balance. -If you are
looking to join a collaborative team that is focused on delivering
excellence, please consider applying.What you will do:
- Design and execution of high-voltage substations projects in
the 34.5kV - 500kV range with an emphasis on project safety, cost,
quality and reliability.
- Generate designs and detailed engineering deliverables working
under the supervision of lead engineer
- Detail physical aspects of the engineering design such as
general arrangement, elevation, grounding and conduit drawings
- Complete basic engineering calculations related to engineering
deliverables
- Follow specific instructions of supervisor or engineers to
perform the more complex design assignments requiring application
of standard design principles and practices
- Use standard CAD tools to create drawings and related
deliverables
- Perform detailed calculations to compute and establish
manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and
specifications
- Inspect completed installations and observe operations, to
ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and
compliance with operational and safety standards
- Oversee project production efforts to assure projects are
completed satisfactorily, on time and within budget
- Prepare and study technical drawings and specifications of
electrical systems, to ensure that installation and operations
conform to standards and customer requirements
- Travel to job sites for job assessment and data gathering as
needed. Return to the office with sufficient field notes to
complete project designMinimum Qualifications -
- 3+ years of relevant substation or general electrical T&D
designing experience.
- Expertise in the use of computer-aided drafting tools such as
AutoCAD or MicroStation
- Thorough knowledge of the following codes, National Electrical
Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code(NEC), Institute for
Electrical and Electronics Engineers(IEEE), American National
Standards Institute (ANSI), and Design Guide for Rural
Substations
- Ability to review and coordinate vendor submittals to ensure
compliance with design parameters
- Knowledge of substation phase spacing and electrical clearance
requirements for live conductors, switch components, and bus
supports
- Ability to develop and review a complete set of construction
documents (layouts, elevations, details, grounding plans and
details, trench and conduit plans and details, single line
diagrams, etc.) based upon project/client specification with little
or no supervision
- Ability to create control enclosure layout, cable tray layout
and details, and conduit drawings
- Knowledge of substation voltages, MV, HV, EHV
- Ability to develop and design substation duct bank
- Ability to interpret engineering calculations and studies and
apply same to design requirements
- Ability to apply project schedules to complete tasks in a
timely manner and within project budget
- Thorough knowledge of substation structures and equipment
including connectors, insulators, switches, and all types of
conductors and how they interconnect
- Knowledge in substation construction and/or commissioning
techniques and industry standards
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
- Proficiency to sketch single line diagrams, layouts, general
arrangements, conduit plans, trench plans, grounding plans and
other design documents with little or no oversightPreferred:
- Experience in the energy industry or a consulting services
environment
- Skilled in 3D ModelingAt -Gannett Fleming, we believe in
-improving -the lives of the people we serve. We believe in
-innovation -and social responsibility. We believe in the
-diversity -of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We
believe in embracing -change -and emerging technologies while
maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in
creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at
work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting
relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference
in the world.We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which
includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our
tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and -the opportunity to
incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to
your personal growth and professional development, so we offer
tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training
programs and support active participation in professional
organizations. Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics
protected by law. -Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies
will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming
-#LI-REMOTE#LI-GB1Location: Chicago, IL, Charlotte, NC, Roanoke,
VA, St. Louis, MO, Pittsburgh, PACore Business Hours: 8:00 AM -
5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time -Internal Requisition ID:
Salary Range: $65,000- $80,000Salary dependent upon experience and
geographic location
Keywords: Gannett Fleming, Roanoke , SUBSTATION PHYSICAL DESIGNER, Other , Roanoke, Virginia
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