Electrical Engineer III Distribution

Senior Electrical EngineerThis position is responsible for leading and participating in the development and implementation of electrical designs for industrial and commercial electrical utility facilities. This includes reviewing or preparing data and running specialty programs for the electrical design. The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead the development of the electrical requirements of all project phases, including conceptual, preliminary, final engineering and potentially operational support. This also includes coordinating with other disciplines to accomplish project tasks. In addition, the Senior Electrical Engineer will be part of the project management process, which would include working directly with the Project Manager, meeting with clients, obtaining field data, interaction with equipment vendors, participating in project meetings, establishing project standards and assisting in the development of the project design criteria. This also includes coordinating with and directing Engineers, Designers and Drafters to accomplish project tasks.Job Duties and Responsibilities:Oversee, track and report on all aspects of an electrical team assigned to a projectPrepare detailed plans, technical specifications, and reportsPerform calculations and process data using computer software or other established methods to support electrical engineering and control system design effortsDocument all calculationsGather equipment data and specifications and interpret as required to incorporate into the design documentsConform and promote conformance to EDG, client standards, and best practicesPrepare cost estimates for design implementation based on project requirements and client needsDesign power distribution systems based on utility requirements and project requirements, including, but not limited to: Design of low voltage, medium and high voltage distribution systemsIdentify best practices for power distribution to eliminate safety issues and provide cost effective solutions for clientsIdentify potential safety hazards, such as Arc Flash issues, and implement design changes to correct such issuesDirect Electrical Designers in developing power distribution drawings and documentsDesign lighting and lighting power systems based on project requirements, local codes, and client requirementsDirect work of Electrical Designers including explaining project requirements and design concepts to Electrical Designers, Drafters, and clientsProvide support for client as required and directed by project manager, including, but not limited to: Document conversations with clients where any design decision is made; Identify project change orders and share with management as appropriate prior to completion of work; When appropriate, discuss additional cost or the potential for additional costs when changes are requested; Coach and mentor junior staff to appropriate communications regarding cost with clients. May perform necessary field work to obtain accurate information for the design; travelling to project locations, duration dictated by project requirements and/or logisticsAdditional duties as assignedBasic or Minimum Qualifications:Qualifications, Knowledges, Skills and AbilitiesBS in Electrical Engineering required, MS preferredPE registration in one or more states is preferredFive (5) years with less than ten (10) years applicable experience; Work history that demonstrates experience with performing design tasks and project resource management (staffing and scheduling) simultaneously to meet the cost, time, resource requirements of a projectFamiliarity with all electrical and control systems and all applicable industry codes and standardsWorking knowledge of the NEC and other regulatory standardsAbility to understand and perform basic calculationsAbility to understand and utilize client or company provided specificationsAbility and availability to work on multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility and availability to work overtime as needed based on projectAbility to effectively communicate technical information verbally and in writing to different audiences (electrical design staff, clients, etc.)Basic Microsoft Office skills with proficiency in Excel requiredPreferred Qualifications:MS, Electrical EngineeringPE registration in one or more statesWorking Conditions:Work is primarily conducted in an office environment (Private or Semi-Private Office) but also requires occasional travel to off-site work locations; Field duties require outdoor work in a construction site type atmosphere; Interaction with other team members, as well as supervisors and client personnel; Working on a construction site or in plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levelsMust be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection; May be at more than one job site in...