Position: Physical Substation Electrical Engineer (PSEE)

Location: Newark, Delaware

Relocation assistance is provided

Salary: Negotiable BOE level. Hiring Manager will discuss during first round interview.

Overview:

LevelUP is seeking a Physical Substation Electrical Engineer for a full-time position assisting in the design and development of substations and switchyards ranging from 13kV to 500kV . This role combines technical expertise with collaborative teamwork to produce high-quality engineering deliverables using AutoCAD and MicroStation drafting software.

Professional Licensing: Obtain a PE license in required states within one year to sign and seal engineering drawings.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in substation physical design, with a strong focus on producing accurate, high-quality work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Development: Create general arrangements, equipment plans, elevations, sections, control house layouts, grounding analysis/design, switchgear design, conduit and cable layouts, and bills of materials.
• Quality Assurance: Act as a Quality Champion, ensuring deliverables meet client and national standards while fostering Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives.
• Customer Interaction: Build strong relationships with clients through clear communication and technical support.
• Cross-Disciplinary Growth: Show a willingness to cross-train in additional engineering disciplines to support professional development.
• Mentorship: Guide junior designers/engineers to improve their knowledge of physical substation design.
• Bid Preparation: Support project bidding processes by assisting in estimating and preparing bid packages.
• Project Management: Attend scoping meetings and deliver accurate, high-quality assignments on time and within budget.
• Overtime Readiness: Work overtime as necessary to meet customer demands.

Qualifications:

• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in MicroStation (intermediate level required).
• Experience with AutoCAD (preferred).

Soft Skills:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to mentor and collaborate with team members.
• Commitment to detail and quality in deliverables.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.