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Across all our site operations: Mexico, India and Mexico we are a Great Place to Work Company (Certified)
Now, we are looking to hire a Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Substations (US Projects). This person will be leading the design of medium and high voltage electrical substations for utility, and industrial clients. This role focuses on creating safe, reliable, and efficient substation designs that meet client requirements, regulatory standards, and SSOEs quality benchmarks. The engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and costeffective solutions, and will often serve in responsible charge for project deliverables.
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Tasks:
Interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate large substation engineering assignments with responsibility for budget, schedule, quality, and interdiscipline coordination.
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Plan and develop engineering projects involving unique or complex problems, offering specialized expertise in substation engineering.
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Prepare substation layouts, oneline and threeline diagrams, schematics, and technical specifications.
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Coordinate designs for steel structures, foundations, grounding grids, buswork, raceway, and conduit systems.
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Specify and select substation equipment (e.g., transformers, breakers, switchgear, relays, instrument transformers).
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Perform power system studies and analyses to support design decisions (load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, arcflash).
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Provide design support during construction, respond to RFIs, and review/approve major items involving materials, equipment, and field construction.
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Stamp/seal drawings and documents, including those for which you serve as the professional in responsible charge, per applicable jurisdictional statutes.
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Plan, organize, supervise, and review the work of engineers and designers assigned to the project; participate in mentoring activities within the department.
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Implement safety protocols for highvoltage environments within design practices and during construction support.
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Ensure adherence to IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, NESC, and utility standards, as well as SSOE quality procedures.
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Ensure adherence to NOM-001-SEDE, Código de Red 2.0 (Power Grid Code), CFE design standards and applicable Mexican codes.
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Provide client technical guidance on regulatory processes and permitting for electric power projects in Mexico.
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Collaborate with project managers, contractors, AHJs, and utility representatives to ensure design accuracy and constructability.
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Review vendor drawings and perform QA/QC checks on design deliverables; coordinate multidiscipline interfaces.
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Integrate SCADA systems, networking, and protective relaying into substation designs and upgrades.
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What You Will Bring:
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Bachelor´s degree in electrical engineering, electromechanical engineering, energy engineering, or related field within the position.
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Professional license in Mexico is a must required (Título and Cédula Profesional).
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Twelve or more (12+) years of related practical experience in substation design and engineering.
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Demonstrated knowledge in: HV (>115 kV)/MV substation/switchgear design and substation yard layout; utility coordination; LV (480V/400V) plant power distribution interfaces; onsite generation (standby, prime, cogen, renewables) and UPS systems.
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Proficiency with design and analysis tools such as AutoCAD, ETAP or similar power system analysis software, and protection relay settings/configuration.
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US projects experience is required
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English proficiency is highly regarded
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Desirable Skills:
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Experience with SCADA integration, arcflash studies, and protective device coordination for substations.
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Prior experience reviewing vendor drawings, performing QA/QC, and providing field/commissioning support.
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What We Bring:
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Monthly based gross salary
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Major Medical expenses insurance(Family Plan)
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Dental and Visual insurance(Family Plan)
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Annual Check-up
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Life insurance
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20 Days as Christmas Bonus
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Vacation premium above the law
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Food Coupons
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Career Development
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Training and Education.
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LOCATIONS:
We have 2 offices in Mexico, and you can be located in either one:
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León, Gto (hybrid schedule)
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Chihuahua, Chihuahua (hybrid schedule)
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Additional Perks Offered:
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Hybrid Work Model, flexibility to work from home, allowing for a better work-life balance. Available after introductory period.
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A collaborative and supportive culture, where you will be encouraged to bring new ideas and interact with our people in Mexico, US and India.
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Exposure to state-of-the-art technology will provide you with valuable skills and knowledge, enhancing your professional growth.
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SSOE Employees Clubs. Participation in various type of activities to foster a sense of community: volunteering, family and holiday events, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs.
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Recognition and Rewards, the company values its employees contributions and regularly recognizes and rewards their hard work through attractive incentives.
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Once you experience the SSOE difference, youll understand thewhybehind our metrics:
28% - of our employees have been with SSOE for 10 years or more.-
15% - percentage of employees with tenure exceeding 15 years.
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99% - our CEOs approval rating on Glassdoor.
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98% - portion of our clients who say theywouldrecommend us to a colleague
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¿Estas interesado en postular? Por favor envía tu CV en ingles al correo de contacto y en caso de contar con él, incluir portafolio profesional de proyectos como complemento para la aplicación a la vacante
Nivel de educación deseada:
Superior - titulado
Nivel de experiencia deseada:
Nivel Experto
Función departamental:
Construcción
Industria:
Construcción
Habilidades:
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High Voltage
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Revit
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Electrical Engineering
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Electrical Designer
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Substations designer
Esta vacante viene de la bolsa de empleo Talenteca.com:
https://www.talenteca.com/anuncio?j_id=6a230a295900006f00dcd2a6&source=indeed