Senior Engineer - Substation

Location: Reno, NV, United States

To provide comprehensive engineering design services for substation facilities, and to ensure that these facilities are constructed on schedule and within committed resource allocations. Provides leadership, training, and direction to fellow staff members.

1. Works independently to develop economical, technically feasible, reliable substation physical and control designs with direct supervision and guidance.

2. Provide accurate cost estimates for use in company budgeting procedures such that cash flow requirements are identified.

3. Directs the engineering and drawing production of electrical designs for SPR water facilities. (Applies to Reno location only)

4. Provide coordination and communication with other departments such that total project schedules and expenditures are maintained in accordance with commitments.

5. Provide input for development of detailed project schedules and update project management system to reflect the status of projects assigned.

6. Monitor project expenditures, and practice cost control such that project commitments are met.

7. Ensures quality control on assigned projects by providing construction support as needed, including coordination with construction forces and job site inspections.

8. Based upon level of experience, provide assistance and guidance to other departments and districts in the solution of non-standard or complex substation design problems.

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About Us

NV Energy is looking for qualified people to join us in one of the premier energy companies in the West. Located in the fastest growing state in the United States, NV Energy provides electricity to 1.3 million customers throughout Nevada as well as a state tourist population exceeding 40 million annually. Among the many communities we serve are Las Vegas, Reno-Sparks, Henderson, Elko and South Lake Tahoe. We also provide natural gas to more than 155,000 citizens in the Reno-Sparks area.

About the Organization

NV Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.NV Energy has an exciting career opportunity available. Take the next step in your career and apply now!