Senior Substation Engineer

RRC is seeking a talented Senior Substation Engineer, PE to help us build the future of U.S. energy production from our Tualatin, OR office. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.

Application must be filled out in its entirety for consideration.

Must understand & personify RRC’s Core Beliefs

• Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectation
• Employee Happiness – able to work well with others. communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment and mediate conflicts between team members.
• Quality Work - Ability to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Above and Beyond - Versatility, flexibility, ability to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative and a willingness to go out of your way to assist others.

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with team to design substation protection schemes and develop layout of high voltage substation equipment
• Manage engineering design for substation projects including quality, schedule, and budget
• Act as the engineer of record for responsible projects
• Interface with internal and external team members such as substation engineers, solar engineers, study engineers, project coordinators, electrical designers, drafters, and project managers
• Take ownership of projects to meet and exceed client expectations
• Perform and review AC & DC, voltage drop, conduit fill, illumination, lightning, insulation coordination, and other studies
• Prepare and review equipment specifications and procurement documents
• Review manufacturer equipment drawings
• Perform QA/QC of substation design packages
• Develop recommendations for equipment and material per requirements and safety guidelines
• Assist with the preparation of project proposals

Job Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years’ experience in HV substation design (outdoor and indoor)
• Experience as a project engineer or lead engineer
• Electrical Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Switchgear and open-air substation experience required
• Strong understanding of applicable industry codes and standards including the IEEE, NESC, and NEC
• Ability to organize, schedule, prioritize, and multi-task in a dynamic environment
• Power transformer specification design
• Substation equipment specification experience
• Support/Lead development of standards, optimizations, and processes
• Must be client centered with focus on high quality and innovation to make a difference
• Work, collaborate, and build a team centered culture supporting the training for the team at all levels
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and make recommendations
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Preferred Additional Experience

• Experience in renewable energy, distribution, or MV power systems
• Power Transformer experience
• Insulation coordination and TrOV experience
• GIS switchgear experience
• Understanding of distribution and transmission connected renewable projects
• IEC 61850 experience and aspirations

Benefits

RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k matching
• Bonus eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits

No recruiters or staffing firms please.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Qualified applicants should respond with a cover letter and resume to Jobs@RRCcompanies.com. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information.