Substation Senior Engineer Job Locations US ID 2023-4658 Category Substation 2nd Category Electrical Engineering Position Type Regular Division Power Overview Substation Senior Engineer - Pensacola, FL Westwood Professional Services, Inc. Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Substation Senior Engineer in Pensacola, FL. The Substation Senior Engineer serves as an engineer on electric substation design projects for high-voltage utility systems and renewable energy interconnection projects. He/she will apply NESC, NEC, and other applicable codes and standards to execute transmission substation projects. Expertise in either substation physical or protection and controls is acceptable for this role. He/she will also work with other internal and external project stakeholders to ensure project milestones and expectations of contracted services are met. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. Duties and Responsibilities Performs all aspects of design and engineering for high voltage (4kV - 230kV) and EHV (above 230kV) substation projects to include: -Development of substation physical or protection and control deliverables. -Calculations to support engineering design -Substation site visits with construction teams to confirm scope and complete site assessment. -Technical Support *Procurement *Construction -Active Coordination *Ability to work seamlessly with designers and drafters to develop the above-listed schematics as well as the associated wiring diagrams. *Ability to coordinate efforts with other various external and internal project team members, with familiarity in identifying when coordination is needed with certain design disciplines such as transmission line engineers, distribution line engineers, telecom engineers, etc. Other Expectations -Keenly focused on the production of high-quality work and supports continuous improvement efforts. -Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects. -Responsible for assisting with identification of key client interests and drivers and may determine the key clients in some instances. -Communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work. -Serves as a technical specialist for system protection and communication and has knowledge and skillset to provide consultation and guidance to project teams. -Remove any impediments that are obstructing the engineering team from achieving its goals. -Works to advise Management about how to maximize ROI for the team. -Attending all client technical review meetings. Salary Range: $95,000 - $125,000+ depending on expereince Required Skills Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from a recognized accredited program EIT Certification Required Experience Minimum of 6 years related work experience in the field of high voltage substation design Proficient in the use of AutoCAD or Bentley MicroStation. Strong familiarity with the NEC and National Electrical Safety Code Good knowledge of the industry and technology trends specific to substations. Preferred Experience Preferred Job Qualifications: Professional engineering license or ability to obtain one within 2 years of hire. Knowledge of construction practices and constructability Experience with proposal writing and project estimating. Working knowledge of scheduling and project controls processes. Preferred Interpersonal Skills: Superior Verbal & Written Communications Driven for Results, Decision Quality, Priority Setting, Planning, Conflict Management, Informing, Listening, Dealing with Ambiguity, and Customer Focus. About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood) Westwood Professional Services Inc. (Westwood) was established in 1972 and has since become a leader in many markets it serves. Westwood is a full-service, multi-discipline professional engineering firm that serves wind, solar, battery storage, EV, power delivery, residential and commercial development, and public infrastructure clients and their projects from over 25 offices across the U.S. In 2023, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #12 and #30, respectively on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood two national 2nd place awards for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #79 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2023. The firm consistently ranks on industry top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement on award-winning projects nationwide. Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Equal Opportunity Employer minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.