Position Overview
At David Evans and Associates, Inc., our Energy team provides unmatched infrastructure solutions for power delivery and renewable energy. In the Substation Practice, we are seeking an Electrical Engineer, Substation Physical Arrangement to support utility-scale substations and renewable energy interconnections across the Midwest and western United States. This hybrid-friendly role is ideal for engineers passionate about designing safe, functional, and cost-effective substations for wind, solar, and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Exemplify DEA’s Cultural Drivers internally and externally.
- Develop substation general arrangement drawings from conceptual design through issued-for-construction (IFC), including equipment layout, foundation plans, conduit and grounding plans, and section/elevation views.
- Design and model high-voltage bus configurations, equipment clearances, and structure arrangements in compliance with client standards and applicable codes (e.g., NESC, IEEE, ASCE).
- Prepare and review detailed drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and construction specifications.
- Coordinate with Protection & Control (P&C), civil, and structural engineers to produce complete design packages and support construction through submittal reviews, RFI responses, and field coordination.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
- Four (4)+ years of relevant substation physical design experience.
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain within one year.
- Working knowledge of substation equipment (circuit breakers, transformers, disconnects, buswork, etc.) and layout design principles.
- Strong teamwork, organization, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Seven (7)+ years of industry experience in substation physical arrangement design.
- Familiarity with utility and renewable energy interconnection standards.
- Experience with EPC (Engineer-Procure-Construct) project delivery and coordination through commissioning.
- Advanced knowledge of grounding and lightning protection design.
- Experience preparing design deliverables for transmission and distribution substations (69 kV–500 kV).
Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
- Financial Wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions.
- Professional Development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
- Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
- Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!
- Wellbeing Focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
- Growth Opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement.
- Potential Salary Range: $108,000 - $158,000. The posted range represents the typical salary for this role and will be adjusted based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location.