Lead Electrical Engineer - Substation Design and Power Electronics (STATCOM/FACTS/HVDC) - US Hybrid

Black & Veatch - Ann Arbor, MI

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Ann Arbor, MI

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Lead Electrical Engineer for Substation Design and Power Electronics at Black & Veatch will serve as a technical lead for FACTS projects, focusing on substation design involving various voltage classes. This role requires collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards while delivering high-quality engineering solutions. The position emphasizes continuous improvement, project coordination, and knowledge sharing within a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Function as a technical lead substation design engineer for FACTS projects.
• Utilize resources for safety and regulatory standards to define project requirements and review deliverables.
• Conduct research to locate required white papers, brochures, publications, or standards for non-standard design aspects.
• Convey technical information to project teams with varying levels of expertise.
• Lead internal discussions with the owner engineering team to resolve technical or project management topics.
• Prepare complex engineering deliverables and perform engineering calculations.
• Manage assigned budget, schedule, and quality requirements for projects.
• Actively coordinate with internal and external team members on projects.
• Assist in identifying key client interests and drivers on projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience in electrical engineering with a focus on STATCOM/FACTS technology.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, power electronics, and control systems.
• Experience with regulatory standards (IEC, IEEE, ISO/RTO, NEC, NERC, NESC).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice-to-haves

• PE License
• Experience in substation design - Physical & P&C
• Quality Assurance and Quality Control of substation design projects
• Exposure to simulation and modeling software such as PSCAD, PSSE, PSLF, etc.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401K match
• Benefits starting day 1
• Flexible work environment
• Relocation assistance available