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About the Role

Come be part of improving the Texas power grid that supports local communities in Central Texas and make a positive impact using your skills, knowledge, and talent! LCRA is seeking an upbeat, passionate, and diligent Engineer to join the Substation Engineering Electrical design group. This outstanding role involves working on critical infrastructure projects with strong community impact. As a key member of our team, you will lead the physical development of substations, ensuring accurate execution and compliance with industry standards. You will participate in the full lifecycle of substation projects, including planning, conceptual layouts, detailed development, construction, and operations and maintenance. Your knowledge will be vital in developing substation layouts, grounding, shielding, and following IEEE, NESC, RUS, and other recognized standards. If you value engineering excellence and are ready to face ambitious challenges, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities

Provide engineering design for high voltage substation projects for both new and existing installations by applying standard methodologies, department procedures, and engineering standards.
Ensure compliance with IEEE, NESC, RUS, and other relevant industry standards.
Perform various calculations and analysis needed for substation safety & reliability (e.g. Grounding, Lightning, Voltage Drop, Ampacity, Conduit Fill, etc.)
Work closely with other engineers, project managers, and collaborators to successfully implement design solutions.
Prepare detailed documentation and reports to support project planning and execution.
Mentor and guide junior engineers.

Requirements

Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas
Driver's license

Skills

Knowledge of CAD software and other tools related to substation engineering development.
Strong knowledge of IEEE, NESC and RUS electrical substation standards.
Outstanding problem-solving skills and the ability to manage project requirements.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Location

Central Texas

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Proven experience working on large-scale, high-impact substation projects including site development, physical layout design, equipment selection, grounding design, electrical detailing, and coordinating with other engineering teams.

Education Level

A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering or a related field.

Benefits

Healthcare
Wellness
Time off

About the Company

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities.

Equal Opportunity

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.