Ferrovial Webber Energy - Substation Engineer

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Ferrovial Webber Energy is a joint venture between Ferrovial Energy Solutions and Webber, dedicated to promoting the transition toward a sustainable, clean, and cutting-edge economy. As a full Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company, we focus on delivering turnkey solutions for renewable energy projects. Our expertise spans the construction of photovoltaic (PV) plants, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and wind projects.

We cover the complete energy cycle, from engineering and procurement to construction and commissioning, ensuring that our clients receive efficient and high-quality solutions tailored to their specific needs. Our team, with more than 15 years of experience and over 2GW of accumulated project capacity, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project we undertake.

Our mission is to develop solutions that exceed satisfaction, maximize shareholder value, foster the professional development of our crew members, and have a positive impact on our community. We are committed to quality, safety, sustainability, and the satisfaction of our clients in every project we embark on.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
• Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

Summary

Ferrovial Webber Energy is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Substation Engineer to support Renewables projects on the EPC side. The Substation Engineer develops and reviews utility or consultant provided substation drawings, including General Arrangements, Elevations, Cable and Conduit Plans, Grounding Plans, AC/DC Schematics, panel elevations, electrical equipment enclosure plans, wiring diagrams, specifications, and reports to ensure that they are complete, accurate, and in accordance with sound engineering practices and client standards.

The Substation Engineer acts as a technical lead and applies standard engineering techniques and procedures on moderately complex projects. This role supports the full project lifecycle—from conceptual design through commissioning—ensuring compliance with utility standards, industry codes, and project requirements.

Regular Job Duties

• Thoroughly analyze the specifications, scope of work, drawings, other request for proposal (RFP) documents and develop a complete understanding of the RFP requirements.
• Makes design recommendations, adaptations and modifications for renewable substations.
• Manage third party electrical partners in development of electrical drawings and designs. Review drawings and electrical studies and ensure the correct application of the electrical code.
• Involved in the resolution of design problems, which may include performing field investigation or observation, detailed design work and detailed quality control (QC) review of design calculations.
• Coordinates specific design aspects of a project requiring the ability to plan, schedule, conduct, and communicate work with team members.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors and reviews quotations.
• Provide technical support during interconnection. Interpret utility standards and ensure project designs adhere to grid codes and interconnect agreements.
• Develop technical specifications and scopes of work for engineering firms, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Provide technical guidance to other engineers and feedback on electrical scope and pricing.

Education, Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering required. ABET accredited program or equivalent required
• 5-6 years of engineering experience required
• Experience with renewable energy interconnections (solar, wind, BESS).
• Knowledge of ISO/RTO interconnection processes (ERCOT, PJM, SPP, etc.)
• Prior experience working with physical design or protection and control design of electrical power substations required
• Ability to perform AC & DC substation studies
• Knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC)
• Experience using ground grid modeling software a plus
• Knowledge of substation protection and control schemes a plus
• Knowledge of basic relay settings a plus
• Knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) a plus
• Knowledge of Rural Utilities Service (RUS) design guide a plus
• Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Up to 15% travel may be required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Must have permanent authorization to work in US

Webber, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam Era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Webber, LLC complies with applicable local, state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at each location the Company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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