Senior Electrical Engineer (Cary)

ARM EnerTech Associates , LLC (AETA) is a wholly owned subsidiary of ARM Group Enterprises Inc. AETA is looking for a self-driven and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer who has a strong business acumen and embodies an ownership mentality. As a Sr. Electrical Engineer, you will collaborate with a team of multi-disciplined engineers and scientist, project managers, CAD designers, and other staff to service our US based clients’ needs. This role will establish client relationships, define client needs, develop winning strategies, prepare proposals, and manage the development, design and permitting of a wide range of projects related to power systems, protection and controls, and renewable energy. The successful applicant will be a highly motivated, resourceful, well-organized, and a cooperative producer and manager that is able to meet project goals, schedules, and budgets.

AETA is an ISO 9001:2015 quality certified provider of electrical and mechanical engineering, automation, and electric power distribution services to a broad array of industrial, transportation, energy and commercial clients. Founded in 1976, AETA’s 40 plus years of technical expertise is hyper focused on providing efficient and cost-effective solutions to our customer’s biggest technology challenges. Trusted by some of the largest transportation authorities in the U.S., AETA-designed and assembled systems ensure the reliability of some of our country’s most critical infrastructure, such as the NJ/NY PATH and the Long Island Railroad. With locations in Johnstown, PA, Pittsburgh, PA, Mechanicsburg, PA, Cary, NC and the New York metro area, AETA’s team of technical professionals serve customers throughout the eastern United States and beyond.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate the development, design, and execution of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Execute business development activities to support the company’s growth goals in addition to supporting an existing client network.
• Develop project scopes, objectives, proposals, and budgets and effectively communicate with key stakeholders to include clients, project manager, engineers, and other members of the project team.
• Maintain complicated schedules, develop project timelines, coordinate with subcontractors, and manage people and materials to complete jobs on schedule and within budget guidelines.
• Act as the direct point of contact in communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Assess and mitigate project risks in advance of detailed engineering efforts.
• Prepare detailed models, power studies, and technical documents to present project design/feasibility findings to stakeholders.
• Perform and/or check technical calculations and prepare project specifications.
• Prepare reports, client communications, deliverables, etc. and consult with other internal partners as needed.
• Pro-actively recognize conditions and problems of non-routine nature and develop effective solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• P.E. registration
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering consulting, power distribution, to include business development, client management, project management, design, and operations support.
• Knowledgeable in the National Electric Code (NEC) and IEEE standards
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills: articulate, assertive, and confident.
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple, complex projects.
• Creative thinker with effective teamwork skills.
• Ambitious and eager to grow.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Strong work ethic and self-motivated mentality.
• Must have strong technical competency and analytical ability.
• Must be able to work independently and collaborate with peers when appropriate.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Experience managing vendor and client payment terms to achieve positive cash flow.
• Understanding of financial models and budget management.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in power system software such ETAP, SKM, CYME, PSS/E, PSCAD, etc. Not all are required.
• Reasonably proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office Suite, and other industry-specific software.

Your Wellness, Our Priority: A Look at Our Benefits

We invest in our team's well-being and future through a comprehensive benefits package with a range of offerings designed to support you holistically. Our health and wellness offerings include two Health Insurance options (Traditional PPO and QHDHP with an HSA), vision and dental coverage, life insurance, disability protection, accident and critical illness coverage. To enhance your future financial security, we provide a 401(k) with company match, HSA/FSA accounts, and 529 college savings plans. Work-life balance is prioritized through our generous PTO starting at 15 days per year and 10 paid holidays per year, giving you ample time to rest, recharge, and attend to life outside the office. An Employee Assistance Program is provided to you and your household with resources to assist you in managing a variety of situations. We invest in your professional growth through our Tuition Reimbursement program and continuing education opportunities. After 6 months of employment, all team members become eligible for quarterly bonuses, providing additional avenues for financial growth. This robust package is designed to foster a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally, underscoring our dedication to your overall well-being and future success.