Principal Engineer- Substation

Westinghouse NuclearOTHER, MA

$55 - $60 / hour

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Overview

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

Compensation

$55-$60/hour

Benefits

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Job Description

About the role:

We're looking for a Principal Engineer- Substation on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment.(W-2) You will work on all assigned substation projects for FERC 1000 RFP's and Early Stage Diligence Projects. In the conceptual phase, you will work with the Early-Stage Project Manager to support the engineering requirements and scope with the Development Group.

You will secure engineering consulting resources from a list of approved suppliers by developing a scope of work, securing bids, evaluating, and awarding work through the Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) Group. Support the RFP / Diligence effort and technical RFP narrative development.

Location: Remote or Juno Beach, FL. Some travel required within North America.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversight ensures compliance with required documents, including RFP's, generation interconnection agreements, scope of work documents, project specifications, site specific design requirements, and all applicable industry codes and standards, such as IEEE, NESC, and ASCE.
Coordinate with other project team members to develop and secure a substation site, support any engineering updates, data and permits necessary to design and build the substation.
Competitively source, select and contracting geotechnical, survey, engineering, and construction services, and supporting the E&C Cost Estimating Team with scope assumptions.
Coordination with other groups to ensure that the assigned E&C substation projects are successful. Generally responsible for representing E&C's internal and external interests on assigned projects, including presentations/briefing on current progress, issues, and risk mitigation in meetings with various levels of management. .
Manage all project long lead major material orders to minimize risk of delays or exceeding the project budget. Assists ISC with all substation project SOW creation, review, approval, and preparation of shopping carts for engineering services and materials in a timely manner.
Support E&C Estimating with template update via project feedback, technical support, and scope modifications.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering is preferred.
7+ years experience in Substation design and engineering of High Voltage substation projects.
HVDC experience is helpful
Some travel required within North America.

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan
Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $55.00/hr. to $60.00/hr.

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting

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FAQs About Principal Engineer- Substation Jobs at Westinghouse Nuclear

What is the work location for this position at Westinghouse Nuclear?

This job at Westinghouse Nuclear is located in OTHER, MA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Westinghouse Nuclear?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $55–$60 per hour for this role.

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What experience level is required for this role at Westinghouse Nuclear?

Westinghouse Nuclear is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

Does Westinghouse Nuclear allow remote work for this role?

Yes, this position at Westinghouse Nuclear supports remote work, giving candidates the flexibility to work outside the primary office location.

What education level is required for this job?

The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

What benefits are offered by Westinghouse Nuclear for this role?

Westinghouse Nuclear offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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