Provides technical advice on equipment selection, configuration and troubleshooting of a wide variety of low and medium voltage electrical systems that includes transformers, switchgear, relays, MCCs, starters, VFDs, motors, and feeders.
Works with Operations/Process/Project Management teams in development of the Project Electrical and Engineering Scope of Work, Estimations, Specifications, Control Narratives and Conceptual Design.
Contributes as subject area resource in a variety of electrical engineering areas providing support for systems design, engineering reviews, root-cause analysis and continuous improvement.
Assist and advise in a variety of electrical engineering functions including analysis of power loading, device coordination, arc flash safety, energy use, short circuit studies, etc.
Reviews and approves work of outside engineering consultants including flow diagrams, single-line drawings, P&IDs, schematics, general arrangement drawings, specifications, RFQs, bid evaluations, vendor drawings, as-built drawings and manuals.
Direct and coordinate internal and external resources assigned to projects.
Participates in construction and commissioning of electrical systems in capital projects. Provide technical oversight to ensure electrical systems are installed and functions according to design specifications.
Meet expectations with a focus on safety, environmental compliance, equipment reliability, and cost control.
Implement consistent internal goals and tasks for operations.
Interface with equipment and system integration vendors including expediting documentation and deliveries.
Support training initiatives like the apprentice program and Electrical safety training.
Ensure that electrical systems perform with a high degree of safety and reliability and comply with safety, environmental and engineering codes.
Comply with safety, environmental, construction and engineering standards.
Meet or exceed agreed upon goals and targets of a performance management plan on a consistent basis.
Meet the end users expectations with a focus on functional effectiveness, long term reliability and ease of maintenance.
Job Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering
8+ years of work experience in electrical and instrumentation in heavy industry; project engineering experience is a plus.
Experience with industrial power tasks like grounding, motor tests, power quality, electrical protection settings, VFD configuration, instrument calibration, motor starting, etc.
Proficiency with NEC, IEEE, and other NFPA electrical standards and recommended practices; familiarity with basic MSHA and EPA regulations.
Familiarity with control systems, control panels, instrumentation, networks, and field wiring; familiarity with Aveva and ControlLogix a plus.
Detail and process oriented with strong problem resolution abilities; ability to use root-cause analysis to troubleshoot electrical systems including medium and low voltage distribution systems, starters, motors and VFDs.
Ability to travel up to 30% typically but could include extended assignments during critical construction and start-up periods.
Benefits & Compensation Package Includes:
Annual bonus plan
Paid holidays and vacation time
Group medical/pharmacy insurance options with company funded health care spending accounts
Dental insurance & Vision insurance
Immediately vested 6% match 401K
A robust Wellness program with financial rewards
Company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance
Options to purchase additional life insurance (employee, spouse, and child) and additional employee long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition benefits including professional certifications