GAI is seeking a Substation and/or Protection & Controls Engineer or Technical Specialist for substation related work.  This position will perform substation and protection and controls design, technical guidance/training/mentoring of staff, design reviews, QA/QC review and enforcement related to all aspects of protections & controls design services.  The successful candidate will work on various substation and/or protection and control engineering projects including detailed design for high voltage substation projects through 500kV. The successful candidate will work on various substation and/or protection and control engineering projects including detailed design for high voltage substation projects through 500kV. The successful candidate will have the ability to work at a GAI office, hybrid or fully remote. Thrive in GAI’s corporate culture that empowers employee advancement with support for career and professional development and engages with staff to build mutual trust and respect and consideration for diverse perspectives, people, experiences, and ideas.

Job Duties:

• Manage, design and perform QA/QC checks related to technical activities including, but not limited to, the following:
• Development of and/or revisions to existing drawings for one lines, physical arrangement, grounding, schematics and wiring, control and relaying panels and equipment wiring including coordinating with CAD operators to develop organized, quality CAD drawings.
  • Integrate protection and control drawings to interface with physical layout and design of substations or vice versa.
  • Design of interfacing with SCADA systems and communications including RTUs, HMIs, and IED.
• Experience developing grounding, lighting, conduit fill calcs using provided templates, Bill of Materials, etc.
• Development of control and relay panel layouts including assembling the specifications.
• Creation of project criteria.
• Development of design specifications including the overall bill of materials.
• Design and sizing of auxiliary systems including AC/DC load centers as well as batteries and chargers.
• Design and sizing of conduit, cable and backup generators.
• Ordering long-lead item materials.
  • Point to Point checks.
  • Review of junior engineer’s designs, verify they meet client standards and specifications, and identify gaps in client’s protection.
  • Document QAQC reviews, maintain record documents, and communicate information to the team.
• Traveling to other offices and to meet with clients and attend project specific meetings on a regular basis.
• Managing tasks on multiple projects in accordance with GAI’s high standards of project management.
• Managing and assisting with the development of scope of services and cost estimates for Substation and P&C projects.
• Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgment to determine optimal solutions.
• Must be flexible to handle shifting deadlines and scope changes.
• Must have resource management skills and ability to identify project barriers and mitigate them without schedule impacts.

Requirements:

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university, or a combination of experience and certifications is required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3-10 years of Substation or Protection & Controls engineering design experience in projects ranging up to 500kV
• Excellent communication and writing skills and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and/or Microstation (preferred).
• Experience in the use of AutCAD Inventor, P4A or Electrical (preferred).
• Must be detail oriented and maintain professionalism at all times. “Client First” approach to all interactions.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines and unexpected developments.
• Ability to work extended hours or afterhours when required.

Why GAI: 

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.  

GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion by fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company-paid Long Term Disability, -and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) 
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program  
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays  
• 401k company match 
• Tuition Reimbursement