Job Description
GAI Consultants is currently seeking a Technical Specialist 3 to work in the Power Delivery Substation Department. The successful candidate will work on various substation engineering projects including detailed design for high voltage substation projects from 12kV through 500kV. 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.
Responsibilities:
- Perform detailed design of low to extra-high-voltage substations and switchyards
- Develop and/or revise existing drawings for one-line, physical arrangement, electrical schematics, electrical wiring diagrams, grounding, conduit and wire schedules, bill of materials, site development, battery sizing, and equipment layout, including coordinating with CAD operators to develop organized, quality CAD drawings
- Integrate physical layout and design of substations to interface with protection and control drawings or vice versa
- Develop control and relay panel layouts including assembling the specifications
- Create project criteria
- Develop design specifications including the overall bill of materials
- Design and size auxiliary systems including AC/DC load centers as well as batteries and chargers
- Design and size conduit, cable, and backup generators
- Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews
- Assist with the technical development of the scope of services and cost estimates for substation and P&C projects
Required Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor's (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program with a strong academic background and coursework in electrical power concepts/AC power systems analysis
- Strong communication skills, including written and oral communication skills, in order to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
- Detail-oriented and able to demonstrate professionalism at all times, with a “Client First” approach to all interactions
- Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously and possess strong time management skills.
- Proficient with MS Office applications
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Familiarity with substation design
General Characteristics
- Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
- Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
- Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
- Applies leadership and teamwork skills to effectively plan, execute, and manage scopes, schedules, and budgets to meet project stakeholder needs.
Minimum Years of Experience
Education
- B.S. Engineering or other technical degree.
Technical Responsibilities
- Supports design of a complete project, system, component, or process.
- Occasionally prepares complete plans, specifications, and other project documents.
- Supports design work in both independent and team-oriented environments.
Project and Task Management
- Occasionally plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
- Occasionally prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
- Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects.
Management Responsibility
- Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance, when necessary, on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
- Occasionally attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.
Communication Skills
- Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
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.
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
