ICF
LeadSubstationPhysicalEngineer
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“Lead Substation Physical Engineer at ICF. Skills: Substation physical design, High-voltage substation projects, Project leadership. Lead substation physical design. Oversee substation physical design”
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 8+ years of experience in substation physical design
Nice to Have
12+ years of experience in substation physical design, Professional Engineer (PE) license, Ability to obtain PE license within 6 months, Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design tool, Familiarity with substation design standards and practices, Ability to manage multiple projects, Experience leading substation projects modelled in 3D, Familiarity with substation grounding studies, Familiarity with CDEGS, Familiarity with Agi32 illumination software, Advanced user of Microsoft Word, Advanced user of Microsoft Excel
What You'll Do.
Lead substation physical design
Oversee substation physical design
Prepare substation physical design drawings
Design Substation One Line
Design Station General Arrangements
Design Electrical Details
Design Grounding Plan
Design Control Cubicle Layout
Design Low-Voltage AC Panels
Design Lightning Protection
Design Illumination Plan
Lead engineering studies
Prepare engineering studies
Develop Bill of Materials
Coordinate with protection & controls
Coordinate with civil/structural
Coordinate with drafting disciplines
Support client meetings
Support technical discussions
Support project planning
Participate in site visits
Conduct constructability reviews
Interpret vendor information
Incorporate vendor information
Apply client standards
Perform QA/QC processes
Ensure QA/QC processes
Ensure compliance with industry codes
Ensure compliance with utility standards
Improve engineering knowledge
Improve technical knowledge
Improve professional knowledge
Mentor junior engineers
Guide junior engineers
Mentor junior designers
Guide junior designers
Demonstrate leadership potential
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Protection & controls disciplines; Civil/structural disciplines; Drafting disciplines
Communication Scope
Client meetings; Technical discussions
Process & Methodology
Project oversight, Client engagement, Team leadership
Full Job Description
**Title: Lead Substation Physical Engineer** This position is fully remote and can only be performed from your home office within Ontario province only. **Ready to make a difference?** ICF is seeking an experienced Substation Physical Engineer to lead the design and execution of high-voltage substation projects (typically 69kV to 500kV) with the goal of providing excellent quality work for our clients. We are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering the way electric utilities tackle industry problems. We are seeking passionate and innovative people who are constantly looking for ways to provide better quality engineering services for our clients. **The Ideal Candidate** You are a highly motivated engineer who takes pride in the services you provide. You ensure the project is done right and all deadlines are met. You should be proactive, self-sufficient, and able to productively work out of your home without direct supervision. This role requires a deep understanding of physical layout, bus design, equipment selection, grounding, and constructability. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with utility clients, be self-motivated, and capable of mentoring junior staff. ****This position offers a clear growth path to becoming a Supervising Engineer, with increasing responsibility for project oversight, client engagement, and team leadership.**** **What you will be doing:** * Responsibilities include, but are not limited, leading and overseeing the design and preparation of substation physical design drawings and including: * Substation One Line and Three Line * Station General Arrangements & Sections * Electrical Details * Grounding Plan & Details * Conduit Plan & Details * Control Cubicle Layout, Sections, Cable Tray, Lighting, and Grounding * Low-Voltage AC Panels * Grounding Plan & Details * Lightning Protection * Illumination Plan & Details * Leading the design and preparation of engineering studies such
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