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What does a substation project manager do?

A Substation Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of substation construction or upgrade projects in the electrical power industry. They coordinate between engineers, contractors, and utility companies to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to safety and quality standards. Key responsibilities include project scheduling, cost management, risk assessment, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Their role is crucial in maintaining the reliability and efficiency of electrical power distribution systems.

What are some common challenges faced by substation project managers during project execution?

Substation Project Managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating multiple contractors, managing tight project schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Balancing these demands while keeping the project on time and within budget requires strong organizational and communication skills. Additionally, effective collaboration with engineers, utility clients, and field personnel is essential to address unexpected technical issues and maintain project momentum.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a substation project manager?

To thrive as a Substation Project Manager, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, project management experience, and knowledge of substation design and construction standards, often supported by a bachelor's degree and PMP certification. Familiarity with project management software (like MS Project or Primavera), CAD tools, and industry codes such as NESC and IEEE is essential. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate teams, manage stakeholders, and address project challenges proactively. These skills ensure successful project delivery, regulatory compliance, and the safe, timely completion of substation projects.
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Substation Engineer-P&C

WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES INC

Middleton, WI • On-site

$101K - $128K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

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Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

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Substation Engineer-P&C

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.


The Substation P&C 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 in the engineering design and will also independently produce: one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, potential and current schematics, control schematics, alarm schematics, protection and control specifications, and I/O mapping. He/she should be familiar with protection scheme functionality. The ability to develop relay settings and associated points mapping is not required but preferred. 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.

Requirements

  • Performs all aspects of design for high voltage (4kV - 230kV) and EHV (above 230kV) substation projects to include:
  • Development of
  • One-line diagrams
  • Three-line diagrams
  • Potential and current schematics
  • Control schematics
  • Alarm schematics
  • Communications schematics
  • Wiring Diagrams
  • Protection and control specifications (Preferred)
  • I/O mapping (Preferred)
  • Points mapping (Preferred)
  • Relay settings (Preferred)
  • Documentation for Design Calculations
  • Construction Documentation (Sequence and RFP)
  • Technical Support
  • Procurement
  • Construction
  • Active Coordination
  • Ability to work seamlessly with a P&C Designer 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 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 work's performance.
  • 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.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from a recognized accredited program
  • EIT Certification
  • Minimum of 4 years related work experience in the field of high voltage substation design - P&C
  • 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.

For Preferred Consideration (Not Required):

  • Meet minimum qualification
  • Professional engineering license or ability to obtain one within 2 years of hire.
  • Experience in developing relay settings.
  • Experience in protection device coordination.
  • Proficient in use of ASPEN One Liner, CYME Dist, or similar programs.
  • Knowledge of construction practices and constructability
  • Experience with proposal writing and project estimating.
  • Working knowledge of scheduling and project controls processes.


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