EGS is seeking a Sr. Electrical Engineer with a power systems background and 15 years plus experience, responsible for designing sub-transmission systems, substations, switching stations, and complex commercial/industrial power distribution systems. Position is located in Covert, MI and comes with top competitive salary, great benefits and relocation assistance is available. Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Design sub-transmission systems, substations, switching stations, and complex commercial/industrial power distribution systems.
• Develop concept design alternatives, engineering calculations, analysis, and engineering estimates for small-scale system improvement projects for substations and distribution systems.
• Develop/review complex electrical system models and validate various system study findings/recommendations.
• Develop electrical specifications for major electrical apparatus.
• Create system model for large-scale power system in ETAP (or similar software) and perform various power system analysis/studies.
• Develop bill of material and technical specifications for various electrical projects. Schedule and attend field walk-downs with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel to understand and determine project requirements.
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation.
• Possess and maintain broad and in-depth knowledge of principles, practices, procedures, and standards related to utility power distribution systems.
• Update and maintain GIS database for large-scale electrical distribution systems.
• Perform site surveys for major upgrade projects, develop concept design, and present the design to management and the customer.
• Prepare cost estimates for large-scale electric distribution and substation projects.
• Keep up to date with utility industry standards and codes. Enforce and maintain all applicable standards and codes for our O&M, replacement/renewable and new installations.
• Analyze electrical fault events, power quality issues, system loading scenarios and assist crew to implement corrective actions.
• Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist construction personnel throughout the project life cycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance and support to help them grow in their professional careers.
• Project management: prepare construction schedules; submit RFI to clients; act as POC for facilitating design review process and addressing open items as requested by clients.

Required:

• BS degree, Electrical Engineering, from accredited university with emphasis in power systems.
• Solid background with medium voltage electrical substations and distribution systems.
• Expert with power system analysis, distribution system modeling, and protective device coordination.
• Experienced working with blueprints, specifications and proposals for preparation of time/cost/labor estimates.
• Must be a team player with excellent oral and written communication skills