What are the responsibilities and job description for the Relay Project Engineer position at DP Professionals (DPP)?
DPP is seeking a Relay Project Engineer for a direct placement opportunity with our client in the engineering industry.
Work Location: Onsite in Duluth, GA
Position Summary:
- The Relay Project Engineer will be responsible for supporting construction projects by having a thorough understanding of EPC project designs, material, equipment, and construction specifications for substation projects (MV thru EHV).
- You will be accountable for supporting the field and being the main interface between the construction and the design engineering team(s).
- You will help ensure adherence to designs and standards.
- Occasionally will be asked to review the work of peers, junior engineers and sub-contractors to ensure timely project execution and quality.
- Support the Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) efforts for the company by being the main point of contact for questions during the estimating, construction and testing phases.
- Supports relationships with alliance clients.
- Communicate effectively and confidently with clients, subcontractors, and internal groups.
- Respond to field and client inquiries timely.
- Thorough understanding and experience in the detailed design and construction of utility substations (MV through EHV) primarily focused on protection and control systems including, but not limited to: one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, AC and DC station service systems, cable sizing/routing, instrument transformers, circuit breakers, power transformers, and autotransformers.
- Full understanding of substation physical and electrical layouts, substation equipment specifications, general arrangement, grounding, and outdoor bus design.
- Review RFP and help ensure that engineering estimates are complete and accurate. When applicable, review subcontractor estimates to ensure they are accurate and complete for their assigned tasks.
- Conduct and support pre-construction design package review meetings with client and subcontractors.
- Conducts project job walks as needed and ensures the engineering design packages are being executed properly during construction.
- When needed, develop project proposals, bid preparation, project schedules, bill of materials, etc. for assigned projects.
- Able to perform quality reviews of engineering work for both internal assets/sub-contractors on assigned projects when necessary.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly analyze technical issues and develop solutions that minimize impact to both project schedule and budget.
- Support the team’s efforts in delivering quality work on time and budget.
- Comfortable with presenting technical topics to small groups with varying levels of experience.
- Ability to travel to meet with clients and conduct professional meetings (10%).
- Ability to prioritize work, manage tasks for multiple projects under budget and time constraints.
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited university - Electrical Engineering (BSEE) preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience with a Professional Engineering (PE) License.
- 9 years of experience without a PE.
- Proven track record in the utility industry with both design-only and Engineer, Procure, and Construct (EPC) projects and all aspects of Relay Protection and Control.
- Proven experience with complex engineering projects.
- High level of personal initiative and the ability to interact professionally with personnel, clients, and contractors.
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DP Professionals (DPP) offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. DPP is a certified Woman-owned Small Business Enterprise (WBE and WOSB) with more than 25 years in the staffing industry. EOE/AA/V/D