
Project Engineer
Commonwealth Associates, Inc.
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Florida • Missouri • United States
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About the role
- Lead and manage large EPC projects from inception to completion, ensuring all project goals are achieved.
- Represent the client’s interests, ensuring compliance with all project specifications, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Supervise and coordinate internal project teams, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
- Oversee the design, construction, and commissioning of power delivery infrastructure.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies, facilitating clear and effective communication.
- Conduct site visits as needed to monitor project progress, address issues, and ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Work closely with a Project Manager to develop and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Coordinate design and engineering activities across various departments (e.g., Civil/Structural, Physical/Electrical, Systems Studies, Power Generation, P&C, etc.).
- Implement quality control measures to ensure all project deliverables meet the required standards and specifications.
- Identify and mitigate project risks to ensure smooth project execution.
- Mentor, train, and supervise junior team members.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license, Preferred
- 6+ years of multi-disciplinary design experience in substations.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design software.
- Familiarity with power system analysis tools such as ETAP, SKM, or similar - Preferred
- Knowledge of SCADA systems and their integration with substation equipment – Preferred
- Familiarity with protective relay coordination and settings - Preferred
- Understanding of grounding and lightning protection systems.
- Experience with high voltage (HV) and extra-high voltage (EHV) substation design.
- Knowledge of renewable energy integration and grid interconnection standards.
- Proficiency in using project management software such as MS Project or Primavera.
Benefits
- Inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered.
- Well-balanced work environment that inspires connectivity, creativity, and innovation.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringDesign experiencePower system analysisHigh voltage designExtra-high voltage designGrounding systemsLightning protection systemsRenewable energy integrationGrid interconnection standards
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProject managementMentoringRisk managementQuality control
Certifications
Professional Engineer (PE) licenseBachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering