Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer

Power Engineers - Fort Worth, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Fort Worth, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

POWER Engineers is seeking an Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer to join the Power Delivery Substation Department in Fort Worth, Texas. This role involves supporting the department in achieving its goals while maintaining high-quality standards and promoting teamwork. The engineer will be responsible for the detailed design of various components of substations and will have opportunities for training and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design of low to extra high voltage substations including one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, and station physical layouts.
• Create sections/elevations, cable and conduit plans and details, ground grid design and details, foundation plans and details, structural plans and details, control enclosure design and details, lightning protection plans, and yard lighting plans.
• Prepare bills of materials and conduct site visits.
• Support QA/QC for deliverables to clients.
• Learn, understand, and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex designs.
• Occasional travel as required.

Requirements

• BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering) or BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology) degree from an accredited university, preferably with a power option.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering principles.
• Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.
• Legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship.

Nice-to-haves

• At least three months of relevant electrical engineering work experience, such as an internship or co-op.
• Minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA).
• Knowledge of electrical utility substations and familiarity with substation design.
• Engineer In Training certificate (EIT) or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K
• Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• New Dads and Moms Benefit program
• Fertility Benefits
• Gender affirming care