Job#: 3031328 Job Description: Principal Engineer - Substation
Location: Boulder City, Nevada (Remote available)
Employment Type: Contract
Role Overview
This position is for a Principal Engineer specializing in substation projects. The role involves performing engineering assignments ranging from limited scope to advanced projects requiring expertise in multiple disciplines. The engineer will manage projects, support RFP and diligence efforts, and ensure designs meet project specifications, safety standards, and performance goals with increasing independence. This position may be performed remotely for candidates with sufficient experience, with some travel required.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all assigned substation projects for FERC 1000 RFPs and Early Stage Diligence Projects.
- Provide technical oversight of external engineers of record (EOR) to ensure compliance with project specifications, industry codes, and standards (IEEE, NESC, ASCE).
- Secure engineering consulting resources by developing scopes of work, securing bids, and awarding work through the supply chain group.
- Coordinate with project stakeholders to secure substation sites and obtain necessary permits and data.
- Manage orders for all long-lead major project materials to minimize budget and schedule risks.
- Collaborate with project engineering resources in various disciplines to determine project priorities and work plans.
- Ensure projects are implemented efficiently, cost-effectively, and safely in accordance with department procedures and policies.
- Support the legal team in regulatory filings, depositions, or hearings as required.
Required Qualifications
Education: A Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required. A degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural Engineering is preferred.
Experience: 11-15 years of experience leading engineering teams and providing oversight for major energy infrastructure projects. At least 7+ years of experience in the design and engineering of High Voltage substation projects is highly preferred.
Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of engineering principles. Proficiency with computational tools such as ETAP or EDISON is beneficial. Experience with project engineering and/or project management is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineering (PE) certification or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Experience with High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) systems.
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Rate: $50.00 - $60.62 per hour.
Work Environment
This role requires some travel within North America. Driving will be a required part of the position duties. Per Diem and Mob/De-Mob expenses are available for this assignment.
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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