What are the responsibilities and job description for the SME-HV Electrical Engineering position at WHC Energy Services?
WHC – A Surerus Murphy Company (WHC), is seeking to recruit a SME, HV Electrical Engineering to join our EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) and Strategic Projects team. This role will serve as WHC's subject matter expert (SME), supporting design managers by overseeing third-party design firms through detailed design processes, ensuring that designs meet and exceed client requirements, industry standards, and best practices. Additionally, you will mentor field engineering and construction teams, providing them with the tools and knowledge necessary for future growth and WHC’s continued expansion in the high voltage sector.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications :
Education and Licensure : Holds an Electrical Engineering degree with a valid PE license, with a minimum of 8 years of experience in high voltage substation and transmission engineering.
Experience :
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in high voltage substation and transmission design, protection and control systems, and grid connection engineering.
Skills and Knowledge
- Engineering Expertise : Strong proficiency in developing engineering processes, guiding third-party designs, and creating standardized preliminary substation and transmission designs. This includes expertise in protective relay settings, control systems, and HV equipment sizing.
- Technical Proficiency : Skilled in industry-standard software for high voltage systems (e.g., ETAP, PSCAD, PLS-CADD, AutoCAD, SEL), with experience in design optimization, transmission route optimization, and development of critical equipment specifications.
- Leadership and Communication : Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills, with experience in mentoring field engineering teams and leading cross-functional projects.
- Project Success : Proven track record of successfully completing substation and transmission projects, demonstrating proficiency in power flow analysis, relay coordination studies, and securing regulatory approvals.
- Adaptability : Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, adapting to new information and solving emerging challenges related to high voltage electrical systems.
- Market Knowledge : Familiarity with interconnection requirements in key markets such as ERCOT and Southeastern utilities, etc, with experience aligning engineering and construction efforts with grid operator and utility requirements.
- End-to-End Project Leadership : Capable of guiding teams through all project phases, from preliminary planning, engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning, including overseeing tests such as synchronization and protection relay settings validation.
- Regulatory Expertise : Strong understanding of regulatory and grid compliance standards (e.g., FERC, NERC), with experience ensuring engineering and construction activities meet interconnection requirements and pass regulatory reviews.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is office based and works in an office environment. Must have a willingness to travel (10-20%) for site investigations, client meetings, and commissioning support.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The SME, HV Electrical Engineering reports to the Director of EPC and Strategic Projects.
EEO Statement
WHC Energy Services is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
