Technical Director of Electrical Engineering, Substation at Pond & Company in Peachtree Corners, Georgia

Job Description:

About the position



We are currently seeking a Technical Director of Electrical Engineering, focusing on the management of substation design. The ideal candidate possesses 15+ years of related experience. The successful candidate would be mentoring a dynamic team of Power Industry professionals while supporting/leading a range of multidisciplinary projects. Typical projects could include detailed design of substation physical layouts, lightning protection, conduit and cable plans, grounding analysis and design, generating single and three-line schematic diagrams, lighting design, specifying equipment and materials, and coordination with studies, protection and control, structural, civil, transmission line, and drafting disciplines.


Other duties could include overseeing various three phase and single phase voltage, ampacity, and power calculations, arc flash analyses, performing site visits for data gathering, writing material procurement and construction specifications, evaluating contractor bids, bus and insulator strength calculations, insulation coordination studies, reviewing shop drawings, researching equipment, developing voltage drop, conduit fill and battery sizing calculations, generating engineering fee estimates, providing field support during construction, and preparing reports. The successful candidate would also interface with clients and support proposal development.



Preferred Knowledge and Experience:

• Knowledge of relevant standards, including ANSI, IEEE, NESC, NEMA, and OSHA


• Proven experience in meeting design schedules


• Expertise in substation integration for distributed energy resources, renewable energy, and microgrids


• Experience interacting with clients, supporting marketing proposals, and presenting at industry conferences


• Proficient in creating equipment data sheets, evaluating contractor bids, and reviewing shop drawings or researching equipment


• Ability to generate engineering fee estimates, provide field support during construction, and prepare comprehensive reports

Qualifications:

• BS in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university


• 15+ years of experience


• PE License preferred


• Proficient with relevant software such as AutoCad Electrical, CYME, ETAP, SKM


• Ability to work well within a team environment, positive attitude, multi-task, and self-motivated to produce high quality work.


• Ability and desire to learn and grow professionally

About Pond



Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond's staff of 600+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion - and everything in between - with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta's #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.



Additional Information


Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. We anticipate filling this position as a Technical Director of Electrical Engineering with a salary range of $137,500.00 - $225,900.00 .


Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond's comprehensive benefits offerings here .


All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations.



Equal Opportunity Employer



We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com .


Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com . We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast-growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com.
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