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The devices we make at SEL are embedded in the power grid. They prevent blackouts. They make outages safer and shorter in duration; they add cybersecurity, automation, and communication. They use cutting-edge technologies and operate at speeds that push other pieces of the grid to go faster. As a Substation Design Engineer in Engineering Services, you’ll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide. 

As a Substation Design Engineer, a typical day might include the following: 

  • Creating substation physical design packages for transmission & distribution utilities, generation facilities, and industrial clients.
  • Creating electrical design deliverables which include general arrangement/electrical layout, electrical elevations/sections and details, conduit and trench plan, cable schedule, grounding plan and details, lightning plan etc.
  • Performing substation design calculations which include bus sizing, grounding study, voltage drop and cable sizing, lightning study, AC/DC load study and battery sizing, insulation coordination etc.
  • Preparing equipment specifications.
  • Perform quality control checks on substation physical design package.
  • Demonstrating ownership of each component of the substation design process, and delivery of the overall package.

This job might be for you if: 

  • You have a B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline.
  • You have the ability to work independently, accepting ownership of assigned responsibilities.
  • You are willing to travel as needed.
  • You have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
  • You have the ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
  • You have experience in using substation design software tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Inventor, SDS – Substation Design Suite Physical, WinIGS, CDEGS, or similar.
  • You have the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

Career Levels:

Project Engineer II

4+ years of experience with electrical power systems with a focus in substation design

Project Engineer III

8+ years of experience with electrical power systems with a focus in substation design

Sr Project Engineer

12+ years of experience with electrical power systems with a focus in substation design

Location 

Houston, TX-This position is located in Houston, TX. Ranked America's fourth largest city, whatever your interest you will find it here. Enjoy sports teams, world class dining, and first rate entertainment. Enjoy signature Houston attractions like Space Center Houston and The Grand Opera. Escape the city with easy beach access just one hour away. Houston offers exceptional schools and universities, making it a great place to live and work.

We are also open to considering candidates in other SEL offices in the US or Canada. Please feel free to apply if you have location preferences outside of Houston!

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

  • SEL makes an annual Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) contribution for eligible employees. The group RRSP also supports personal contributions.
  • We offer top tier health insurance that includes extended coverage for medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: Statutory paid holidays, personal holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 15 days, 9 paid sick days, parental leave that covers up to 90% of regular earnings, and family medical and compassionate leave.
  • We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs. 
  • Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, and adoption assistance.

Communication with Applicants 

We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

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