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Nexus Engineering Group Senior/Lead Electrical Substation Design Engineer in Oak Brook, Illinois
Job Description:
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual who is capable of leading project teams and providing technical expertise on electrical substation engineering projects.
Substation projects can include the following:
Breaker and switch replacements (12kV-345kV)
Relay panel replacements
RTU replacements
Ring bus expansions
Line, bus and transformer relay upgrades
Physical design
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage project teams of engineers and designers in the design of electrical substations
Provide technical expertise and guidance on electrical substation engineering projects
Project scoping and site walkdowns, travel to various substations is part of this job (Travel less than 5%)
Prepare/create engineering documents for the installation of new, or modifications to existing substations, including: one-lines, 3-lines, schematics, bill of materials, and relay panel arrangements
Good understanding of substation ground grid, rigid and strain bus, and raceway designs
Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required
5+ years or experience in designing electrical distribution/control systems
EIT certification desired, PE certification a plus
High voltage substation design (up to 34k kV) experience preferred
Project lead experience developing engineering schedules, budgets and forecasts
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team and present positive image to clients
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time (hybrid) position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. This position is available hybrid or onsite. Minimum of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
About Nexus
Nexus Engineering Group is a full-service, independent engineering firm focused on supporting clients’ specific project goals from concept to startup. With more than a dozen years of proven engineering and design successes, Nexus is the preferred engineering firm of choice when seeking integrity and expertise. Nexus performs best when faced with complex and demanding projects in the refining, petroleum midstream, chemical, and manufacturing industries. Our teams have the talent and moxie to tackle all sizes of projects for local and international clients seeking to design, build, and construct highly technical and functional facilities. With more than 200 professionals that you’ll genuinely like working with, Nexus is more than just your typical engineering firm. Clients come to us for our expertise, creativity, passion, and relentless focus on their goals.
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