P & C Designer

Gannett Fleming is looking for experienced P & C Designer/Technician  to join our expanding Power Group. As a substation engineer, you will lead or support utility and power substation projects and clients. 

This role is either a hybrid in Charlotte, NC, St. Louis, MO, Marlton, NJ, Chicago, IL, Phoenix, AZ, Roanoke, VA, or Pittsburgh, PA .  It could be totally remote for the right experience level.

The growth and diversification of the Power Business Line is a top initiative, on both a regional and national scale. You will work with clients that include investor owned utilities, renewable energy developers, and large industrial clients.  This mix of clients offers our staff a variety of projects to be involved. From substations to wind farms, solar energy facilities, and battery storage facilities, our projects are as diversified as our clients.

This experienced designer will be responsible for the protection and control design of high voltage substation projects through 500kv.

Duties

• 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
• Complete basic engineering calculations related to engineering deliverables
• Develop one & three line diagrams; schematics and wiring diagrams; control and relay panel layout and specifications; control and relay panel and equipment wiring diagrams; SCADA system and communications interfaces including RTUs, HMIs and IEDs; auxiliary system design including batteries and chargers
• Ability to perform other engineering calculations such as DC battery & charger sizing calculations, voltage drop calculations etc.
• Follow specific instructions of supervisor or engineers to perform the more complex design assignments requiring application of standard design principles and practices
• Ability to review and coordinate vendor submittals to ensure compliance with design parameters
• Ability to interpret engineering calculations and studies and apply same to design requirements
• Ability to oversee project production efforts and apply project schedules to complete tasks in a timely manner and within project budget
• Knowledge in substation construction and/or commissioning techniques and industry standards
• Travel to job sites for job assessment and data gathering as needed. Return to the office with sufficient field notes to complete project design
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to review project documents and recommend value engineering ideas

Other Skills

• Knowledge and ability to utilize computer-aided drafting including AutoCAD & MicroStation.
• Thorough knowledge of the following codes: National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC) and Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

Minimum Qualifications 

Education

Required: Associates degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

Experience

Required: 5 to 10 years of relevant substation or general electrical T&D designing experience.

Preferred: Experience in the energy industry or a consulting services environment.

Knowledge and ability to utilize computer-aided drafting including AutoCAD & MicroStation.

Thorough knowledge of the following codes: National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC) and Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

At 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

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Location: Remote

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time 

Internal Requisition ID:2024-11413

Salary Range: $70,000 - $92,000 Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location