AECOM
Lead Substation Electrical Engineer
Chicago, IL, United States
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 43 days ago
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About the role
- As a technical leader within AECOM's Power Delivery team, you will play a key role in helping utilities and energy clients navigate an evolving energy landscape by delivering innovative, reliable, and resilient substation solutions.
- Whether supporting grid expansion, renewable energy integration, or infrastructure modernization, you'll have the flexibility of a remote work environment while contributing to impactful projects across North America.
Responsibilities
- Lead the engineering and design of transmission and distribution substation projects for utility, renewable energy, and industrial clients.
- Provide technical guidance and oversight for substation physical design, protection and control integration, grounding systems, equipment layouts, and power delivery infrastructure.
- Support the development and review of one-line diagrams, protection schemes, equipment specifications, construction packages, and design documentation.
- Apply engineering expertise throughout project phases including planning, conceptual design, detailed design, procurement, and construction support.
- Support engineering studies and analyses related to grounding, equipment sizing, fault current evaluations, and substation design considerations.
- Lead engineering tasks and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality work on schedule and within budget.
- Support project planning, resource coordination, technical reviews, and project execution activities.
- Collaborate with project managers to identify and mitigate risks while maintaining project objectives and client expectations.
- Support construction activities through technical consultation, design clarifications, and resolution of field issues.
Nice to have
- Experience supporting transmission and distribution substation projects.
- Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, utility infrastructure, and power delivery systems.
- Experience leading engineering tasks, reviewing technical deliverables, and coordinating project teams.
- Knowledge of industry standards and codes such as IEEE, NESC, and NEC.
- Strong communication, leadership, and client relationship skills.
- Experience with industry-standard engineering and design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, Aspen, CAPE, or similar tools.
- Willingness to travel periodically for project, client, and team needs.
- Advanced degree in Engineering or a related technical field and 10 years of relevant experience.
Company info
- At AECOM, we're delivering a better world.
- At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.
- What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
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