Director of Electrical Engineering, Protection & Controls

About the position

We are currently seeking a Director of Electrical Engineering, focusing on the management of protection and controls engineering for our growing Energy Power Services Team. The ideal candidate possesses 15+ years of related experience. The successful candidate will lead a dynamic team of engineering professionals to complete detailed design of layouts of control equipment enclosures, detailed elementary, schematic and wiring diagram drawings and plans required for construction of specific transmission and substation projects.

The work performed by this team requires an understanding of power systems, transformers, protective relaying and electrical engineering principles. The person will be involved in the development and review of designs for high voltage substations at voltages of 23kV, 115kV, 230kV and 500kV. Additionally, the person in this position is expected to develop expertise in protective relay settings calculations and analysis based on current and evolving standards (IEEE, NERC, etc.). The person in this position must be able to manage multiple projects in various stages of design to meet project schedule deadlines; provide design support to client-based field personnel during project implementation; develop and maintain sufficient level of expertise in use of CAD software for efficient production of engineering work; and collaborate in a team environment to spread knowledge and to produce the best quality product possible.

Other duties include:

• Perform site visits for data gathering, writing material procurement and construction specifications,
• Create equipment data sheets.
• Evaluate contractor bids.
• Review shop drawings and/or research equipment,
• Generate engineering fee estimates, providing field support during construction, and prepare reports.
• Create quality control checklists for substation P&C design project scopes, estimates, budgets, one lines, three lines, AC/DC schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, settings, relays, and SCADA.
• Utilizes a variety of tools and techniques to complete an engineering design, including current or client defined design specifications, pertinent code manuals, computer aided design/drafting software, and other reference sources.
• Produces engineering release packages consisting of pertinent drawings and bills of material.
• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity in both inside as well as outside the scope of typical responsibility.

Required Skills, Education and Experience:

• BSEE from an ABET accredited University.
• 15+ years of electrical protection and controls experience

Preferred Skills, Education and Experience:

• PE license
• Advanced understanding of protection and control fundamentals in utility substation and transmission line equipment
• Experienced in design of protection schemes for substation and transmission line equipment, including bus, line, capacitor and transformer protection schemes and associated settings.
• Advanced understanding of SCADA communication design
• Experience meeting Clients, supporting marketing proposals/efforts.
• Experience managing a design budget and schedule.

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 Director of Electrical Engineering with a salary range of $117,400.00 - $189,500.00 .

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.