Substation EIT/Designer
HDR, Inc., Billings, MT, United States
Primary Responsibilities
HDR Engineering is currently seeking a Substation EIT/ Substation Designer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. The successful candidate will be an integral part of a team that executes technical design on substation engineering projects ranging in scale from simple device replacements to large greenfield design projects. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self‑directed individual who is eager to learn and take on new challenges. The primary duties of a Substation EIT include preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage) and substation systems under the direction and supervision of more senior engineers and designers. The successful/ideal candidate will be seeking knowledge and experience in both the Protection and Control (Indoor) and Physical (Outdoor) aspects of High Voltage (HV) Substation design.
Other responsibilities include:
Work under the direction of the Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s).
Prepare calculations, design sketches and redline drawings.
Work with Designers and CAD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.
Typical designs include one‑line diagrams, protection and control schematic development, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, substation physical layouts, material lists, conduit and cable sizing/routing, AC and DC systems calculations and sizing, and substation grounding.
Occasional short‑term travel (typically 1–5 days) may be necessary. Longer term (several weeks) assignments may be required infrequently on project assignments.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates without their EIT will be called a Substation Designer and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field of study
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Computer skills in Microsoft Office
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $66,800–$90,500 annually depending on skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions.)
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Other responsibilities include:
Work under the direction of the Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s).
Prepare calculations, design sketches and redline drawings.
Work with Designers and CAD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.
Typical designs include one‑line diagrams, protection and control schematic development, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, substation physical layouts, material lists, conduit and cable sizing/routing, AC and DC systems calculations and sizing, and substation grounding.
Occasional short‑term travel (typically 1–5 days) may be necessary. Longer term (several weeks) assignments may be required infrequently on project assignments.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates without their EIT will be called a Substation Designer and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field of study
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Computer skills in Microsoft Office
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $66,800–$90,500 annually depending on skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions.)
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