Project Technical Specialist (Electrical Engineer)

at GAI Consultants, Inc in Lisle, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

GAI Consultants is currently seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer to work in the Power Delivery Substation Department in our Lisle, IL, or Jackson, MI office. It would be beneficial for the successful candidate to have familiarity with substation design and relevant engineering internship or co-op work experience.
Responsibilities:
Perform detailed design of low to extra-high-voltage substations and switchyards
Develop and/or revise existing drawings for one line, physical arrangement, electrical schematics, electrical wiring diagrams, grounding, conduit and wire schedules, bill of materials, site development, battery sizing, and equipment layout, including coordinating with CAD operators to develop organized, quality CAD drawings
Integrate physical layout and design of substations to interface with protection and control drawings or vice versa
Develop control and relay panel layouts including assembling the specifications
Create project criteria
Develop design specifications including the overall bill of materials
Design and size auxiliary systems including AC/DC load centers as well as batteries and chargers
Design and size conduit, cable, and backup generators
Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews
Travel to site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs
Assist with the technical development of the scope of services and cost estimates for substation and P&C projects
Required Skills and Experience:
Bachelor's (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program with a strong academic background and coursework in electrical power concepts/AC power systems analysis
Strong communication skills, including written and oral communication skills, in order to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
Detail-oriented and able to demonstrate professionalism at all times, with a "Client First" approach to all interactions
Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously and possess strong time management skills.
Proficient with MS Office applications
Desired Skills and Experience:
Familiarity with substation design
Engineer in Training certificate (EIT) or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
Relevant engineering internship or co-op work experience
Why GAI:
At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S., and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.
GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion by fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.
Benefits of working at GAI include:
Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
401k company match
Tuition Reimbursement 
Qualifications

Education
Bachelors of Electrical Engineering (required)
Bachelors of Engineering Technology (required)

Experience
0 - 1 years: Related work experience. (required)

Licenses & Certifications
Driver's License (preferred)

Skills
Computer (preferred)
Problem Solving (preferred)
Project Management (preferred)
Teamwork (preferred)

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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