Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

Step into the role of Associate Engineer - Substation Design within Olsson’s Power Delivery team and contribute to the transformation of energy systems. This developmental engineer-in-training (EIT) position involves assisting in the design and execution of substation projects that are crucial to the robustness and reliability of our power infrastructure. You will participate in all project phases, from initial planning and feasibility studies to design and construction administration. This role provides a unique opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills on a smaller scale initially, with the potential to take on greater responsibility as you gain experience.

Responsibilities:

• Design Assistance: Provide small scale design elements for substation projects using fundamental knowledge and established methods.

• Plan Production: Perform basic plan production tasks and receive specific instructions for necessary tasks.

• Software Proficiency: Develop and apply your knowledge and skills in design and modeling software.

• Documentation Preparation: Assist with the preparation of project documentation and schedules and perform design calculations within a limited scope.

• Team Coordination: Coordinate with experienced engineers and designers on non-routine techniques and procedures.

• Research and Reporting: Gather research, recommend solutions, and create drafts of technical reports using prescribed methods.

• Mentorship: Mentor student interns by providing opportunities to develop basic technical skills and knowledge.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others

• Having ownership in the work you do

• Using your talents to positively affect communities

• Solving problems

• Providing excellence in client service

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to contribute and work well on a team

• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.

• A minimum of one year of engineering experience.

• Must possess an Engineer Intern certificate (EI).

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities

• Receive an excellent 401(k) match

• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance

• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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