[Hiring] Substation Designer @RRC Power and Energy

Role Description

RRC is seeking a talented Substation Designer to help us build the future of U.S. energy production from our Denver, CO offices in the US, or Toronto, ON or Calgary, AB offices in Canada. Remote work is also available.

• Complete substation (Air & GIS) switchyard design packages encompassing operating single line diagrams, layouts, sections, bus calculation/selections, ground grid, cable tray/trench/duct bank, lighting, lightning protection, prefabricated control building layouts, AC/DC station service supply, voltage drop, conduit/cable tray fill, bill of materials, etc.
• Complete substation protection and control design packages including single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, etc.
• Complete renewable energy collector system design packages such as medium voltage systems with switchgear, transformers, AC/DC inverters and power cables, AC/DC distribution systems, PV plants, battery energy storage systems, and wind turbines for both wind and solar projects.
• Interface with internal and external team members including electrical engineers, electrical designers, drafters, project managers, and take ownership of the project to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Support development of standards, optimizations, and processes and provide execution plans with strong follow-through.

Qualifications

• Minimum of diploma or bachelor's degree in drafting / electrical design.
• 5+ years related experience in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil3D, and/or AutoCAD Map3D in power delivery (transmission and distribution systems for utilities or industrial), renewable energy, or power generation.
• Strong CAD skills with experience utilizing layers, blocks, XREFs, coordinate systems, annotations, and dimensioning while abiding by company and industry drafting standards.
• Must be authorized for full-time work in Canada.
• Ability to work on multi-discipline projects.
• Excellent time management and organization skills.
• Excellent computer skills; proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook with advanced MS Office skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and make recommendations.
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment.
• Self-motivated and work with minimal guidance.
• 3D Modeling experience a plus.
• Experience with PVcase, PVCAD a plus.
• Knowledge of renewable energy industry relating to utility scale wind and solar projects, such as MV power systems and AC/DC distribution system a plus.
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems a plus.
• Understanding of applicable industry codes and standards including the ANSI/IEEE, NESC, NEC, CSA a plus.
• Manufacturer experience of power transformer, circuit breaker, AIS/GIS switchgear, AC/DC inverter, etc. a plus.

Benefits

• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k matching.
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits.
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US).