The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for gathering and analyzing technical data used to prepare basic electrical engineering designs for client projects including: Power, Lighting & Electrical Distribution, Electrical One-Line Drawings, Electrical Load Studies, Protective Relaying, Arc Flash Studies, Power Equipment List (Transformers, Switchgear, Motors, UPS etc.), Area Classification, and other Electrical Drawings (Schematics, Heat Trace, etc.). This individual is expected to fulfill the requirements of the position and understands that the design process includes visiting clients' facilities where they may be expected to perform physical work.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for Engineering Calculations and Plan Development
Leads other Designers and Engineers on a Project Team, maintaining effective communication with project team members, other departments, suppliers and clients
Collects and prepares data/information and performs detailed engineering calculations
Specifies power system equipment, switchgear, unit substations, motor control centers, drive systems, grounding systems, and lighting systems
Create electrical load studies, control schematics, and electrical engineering details
Utilizes computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks
Assists in field work by directing and coordinating operation, checking installations, problem solving, maintenance and repair of equipment and systems
Serves as a Project Lead for single discipline projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, making staff recommendations, and checking drawings
Job Requirements
Education/Experience:
B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET Accredited University is required, PE Preferred
Field experience
Twelve (12) to Thirty (30) years working in one or more of the following service areas: Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Polymers, Utility, Energy, and Manufacturing
Knowledgeable in protective relaying and short circuit studies, lighting systems, power systems equipment specifications, NFPA 30, NEC or NFPA 70, applicable building codes, arc flash, hazardous area classifications for process industries, and wiring practices
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), Revit, and AutoCAD (3D preferred), EasyPower or similar modeling software.
Experience with P & ID's, PFD's, loop diagrams, installation details, conduit and cable schedules
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
Authorizes a background investigation, including verification of past employment, criminal history, and educational background