About this role
AECOM has a position available for a High Voltage Transmission Electrical Engineer with a specialization in HVDC electrical power systems.
The focus of your experience must be in the power industry and be associated with electrical engineering with respect to the design of HVDC terrestrial / submarine cable systems and converter stations.
The responsibilities of this role include, but may not be limited to, the following:
Engineering support for HVDC terrestrial and submarine cable systems and converter stations
Supporting HVDC cable routing and converter station feasibility studies
Providing technical support input during the project permitting phase
Preparation of conceptual level engineering documents
Working with Project Engineer and Project Manager on developing design schedules and budgets for electrical engineering work activities
Supporting clients with utility interface and technical coordination
Power system studies (load flow, short circuit, protective coordination, arc flash analysis)
PSCAD model development and analysis
Preparation of one line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, BOMs, wire schedule, interconnection diagrams
Field experience including witnessing testing of HVDC equipment and systems
Developing construction and equipment specifications
Supporting projects during construction, start-up, and commissioning as needed
Grounding Analysis and Design
Reviewing engineering work performed by peers
Attending client meetings
Assist in the promotion of AECOM's capabilities while maintaining our existing client base and
Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise, technical expertise for studies and design efforts, and presents complex technical solutions to clients
Perform quality control reviews of work developed by others
Participate in development of technical proposals
Provides estimates for the engineering budget and schedule
For this role, AECOM offers the freedom and flexibility to work remotely and/or be located at a variety of Energy offices in multiple locations across the United States through our Freedom to Grow program
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering and 6 years of relevant HVAC experience and HVDC experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Experience must include electrical power engineering coupled with some leadership experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Electrical Engineering
10+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Experience working with FACTS
Power systems analysis software experience (ASPEN OneLiner, ETAP, SKM Power Tools, AcSELerator, EnerVista, etc.)
Familiarity with industry codes and standards (NEC, NESC, IEEE, etc.)
Able to lead engineering tasks with strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Experience on full EPC, Design/Build projects from start to finish
Plant Startup and Commissioning Field Experience
Owner’s Engineering experience
Experience working with remote team
Relocation assistance is not available for this position
Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available for this position
THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION NO SOONER THAN FEBRUARY 11, 2027
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