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While the core responsibilities will center on distribution-level projects, involvement in transmission substation projects or voltages above 69kV can also be expected.\nWe are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering the way electric utilities tackle industry problems. We are looking for passionate and innovative people who are constantly looking for ways to provide better quality engineering services for our clients.\nWhy you will love working here:\nQuality of life: Fully remote, flexible schedule, work-life balance\n\nInvestment in the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities\n\nInvestment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan\n\nAnd many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)\n\nThe Ideal Candidate\nYou are a highly motivated engineer who takes pride in the services you provide. You ensure the project is done right and all deadlines are met. You should be proactive, self-sufficient, and able to productively work out of your home without supervision. You always strive to expand your knowledge and improve work processes to increase quality and efficiency. You are an active member of the team that works well with others and prioritizes the goals of the group. You enjoy taking on new responsibilities and learning new skill sets whenever needed.\nWhat you will be doing:\nResponsibilities include, but are not limited, leading and overseeing the design and preparation of substation physical design drawings and including:\nSubstation One Line and Three Line\n\nStation General Arrangements & Sections\n\nElectrical Details\n\nGrounding Plan & Details\n\nConduit Plan & Details\n\nControl Cubicle Layout, Sections, Cable Tray, Lighting, and Grounding\n\nLow-Voltage AC Panels\n\nGrounding Plan & Details\n\nLightning Protection\n\nIllumination Plan & Details\n\nLeading the design and preparation of engineering studies such as:\nAC Load\n\nIllumination\n\nGrounding\n\nLightning Shielding\n\nDevelopment of Bill of Materials based on Design Criteria\n\nCoordination with protection & controls, civil / structural, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables\n\nSupport client meetings, technical discussions, and project planning efforts\n\nParticipate in site visits and constructability reviews\n\nInterpreting and incorporating vendor information into design deliverables\n\nApply client standards related to the work\n\nPerform/ensure company’s Quality assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages\n\nEnsure compliance with industry codes (e.g., IEEE, NESC, NEC) and utility standards\n\nContinuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance\n\nMentor and guide junior engineers and designers\n\nWhat we need you to have (minimum qualifications):\nBS in Engineering, preferably electrical with Power Focus\n\n2+ years of experience in substation physical design for electric utilities\n\nWhat we would like you to have:\n2+ years of experience working with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and MicroStation\n\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills\n\nStrong initiative and leadership qualities to support career advancement\n\nAdvanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel\n\nProfessional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months\n\nProficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design tool\n\nFamiliarity with substation design standards and practices (IEEE, NESC, utility specs)\n\nAbility to manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff\n\nExperience leading substation projects modelled in 3D using Autodesk Inventor\n\nFamiliarity with substation grounding studies and CDEGS\n\nFamiliarity with Agi32 illumination software\n\nTo learn more about this team and how our grid engineering solutions help electric utilities balance cutting-edge technology with cost-efficiency and reliability> ICF Power Delivery Services\nBot and Third-Party Applications\nPlease note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact  for assistance.\nWorking at ICF\nICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.\nWe will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.\nReasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please email  and we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.\nRead more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.\nCandidate AI Usage Policy\nAt ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. 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