Substation Electrical Engineer - Power Delivery

Ranked as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. prides itself on hiring high-achieving, dedicated, and reliable professionals. Kimley-Horn has a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a motivated Substation Electrical Engineer to join our team in our St. Paul office.

Responsibilities Include:

• Lead the design and analysis of complex electrical systems for utility-scale substations
• Develop design documents and reports, including electrical layouts, schematics, one-line/three-line diagrams, etc.
• Provide electrical design and installation support (RFI, submittal, transmittal, etc.) to project staff, EPC contractor, and EPC project management team
• Daily interaction and collaboration on multi-disciplinary teams, with interaction across Kimley-Horn offices
• Mid-level and senior staff are expected to prepare project specifications, electrical cost estimates, and proposals, supporting the growth of electrical engineering service areas in the Minneapolis market and across the country
• Mid-level and senior staff are expected to lead project teams to produce high quality deliverables
• Mid-level and senior staff are expected to assist in mentoring, training, and growing a team to expand our electrical engineering practice

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer 
• Prior experience in an Electrical Engineering role focused on utility-scale substation design
• Understanding of the National Electrical Code (NFPA70), National Electrical Safety Code, IEEE and ANSI Standards
• Interest and experience engaging directly with clients, having a growth mindset to build business
• Willingness to travel to support site visits and client meetings, as needed

  Preferred

• Experience in utility-scale PV, wind generation, energy storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, microgrid, or data center designs
• Experience with ISO (ERCOT, PJM, CAISO, etc.) interconnection procedures
• Proficiency in AutoCAD

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (you put in 4% -- we put in 8%) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
  • Aggregate company contribution since 2015 has been 18%.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Generous personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.