Engineer 3 (P&C/Substation)

GAI Consultants is seeking a Substation and/or Protection & Controls Engineer 3 for substation-related work.  This position will perform substation and protection and controls design, technical guidance/training/mentoring of staff, design reviews, QA/QC review, and enforcement related to all aspects of protection & controls design services.  The successful candidate will work on various substation and/or protection and control engineering projects including detailed design for high voltage substation projects through 500kV, with a focus on a “Client First” approach to all interactions.

• Ability to work indoors in professional office settings.  
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks. 
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment. 
• Visual acuity to read printed materials, digital screens, detailed documents, and perform detailed work. 
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching within the office environment. Ability to move between workstations and attend in-person meetings. 
• Ability to lift and carry office materials or equipment weighing up to 10-20 pounds, with or without assistance. 
• Adequate hearing to participate in conversations, phone calls, and virtual meetings. 
• Ability to travel for meetings, training, or business purposes. 

Technical Responsibilities 

• Develops and reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance. 
• Typically, in responsible charge of projects. 
• Keeps informed of updates to standards, regulations, and best practices. 
• Analyzes complex engineering projects to determine design requirements, uncertainties, and constraints. 
• Acknowledges and applies concepts of sustainability to engineering projects. 

Project and Task Management 

• Assigns tasks to and directs other technical and non-technical staff. 
• Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.   
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments. 
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or programs. 

General Characteristics 

• Independently applies extensive and diverse knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. 

• Modifies or extends accepted theories and practices of engineering to complete assignments. 
• Acts in responsible charge of projects. 
• Leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scopes. 
• Develops plans, specifications, and other project documents. 
• Selects appropriate principles of engineering economics, and probability and statistics to analyze risk in a complex engineering problem. 

Communication, Teamwork and Leadership 

• Possesses advanced oral and written communication skills, including interpretation of complex technical and contractual language. 
• Considers the needs of diverse project stakeholders. 
• Leads project meetings and represents the organization in communications pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments. 
• Analyzes and selects principles of formal communication, effective teamwork, and various pathways to developing leadership. 
• Sustains a diverse and inclusive team culture. 

Management, Supervision and Guidance 

• Receives supervision and guidance relating to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters. 
• Receives direction on unusual conditions and developments. 
• Provides mentored experience to direct reports and other engineers. 
• Demonstrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of engineering, including creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability. 

Education 

• B.S. Engineering 

Certification/Licensure 

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License, reciprocity in multiple states. 

Experience 

• 8+ 

Why GAI?    

GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.    

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:    

Competitive Pay & Recognition  

• Market based, competitive compensation  

• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses  

Comprehensive Health & Wellness  

• Medical, dental, and vision plans  

• Company paid short-term and long-term disability  

• Company paid life insurance  

• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources  

Meaningful Work–Life Balance  

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays  

• An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you  

• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave  

Growth, Learning & Financial Security  

• 401(k) with company match  

• Tuition reimbursement  

• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications