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Lead Electrical Engineer

$120k - $185k

Brindley Engineering Corporation

Job Description:

Detail-oriented, reliable, creative team player to lead field evaluations of new and existing electrical power distribution systems. Analyze, calculate, and design for new or rehabilitated infrastructure.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Lead field and technical evaluations of existing electrical power distribution systems.
  • Lead and manage the development of calculations, repair drawings, and repair/replacement recommendations, specifications, and scope of work packages
  • Lead Client and Contractor interface, attend meetings, and oversee written reports
  • Provide technical support for field execution, including outage/turnaround projects
  • Manage constructability planning, proposal and estimate development
  • Power Distribution (Medium and Low Voltage) for Industrial Plants

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
  • Experience: Min Yr = 10+
  • Licensure: P.E. Preferred
  • Technical Skills: Knowledge of Electrical Engineering codes, Arc Flash preferred
  • Management: Experience mentoring and leading teams required
  • Other Skills: Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills

Professional Development Opportunities:

  • Leadership and management of electrical engineers and designers executing multiple projects
  • Leadership and management of field evaluations, RCFA, modeling & calculations
  • Development of training and mentoring platforms for internal team growth
  • Development of subject matter expertise in multiple areas
  • Advance skills in project management & multi-discipline technical issues

Individual field assignments typically each have their own unique requirements. Prior to deployment on any field assignment, you must be able to meet all client-specific site requirements. Should you be unable or unwilling to meet assignment-specific requirements, your continued employment would then be subject to the availability of other assignments whose requirements can be met. These unique requirements may include:

  • You must possess physical mobility (on the ground and at heights).
  • You may be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
  • You may be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding/ladders using the appropriate and required fall protection.
  • You must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold, and wind) while wearing the appropriate PPE. This may include but not be limited to a hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots.
  • You may be required to position yourself to work in confined spaces
  • You may be required to adhere to a client's random drug testing program prior to entering their site.
  • You may be required to meet a client's facial hair safety policy prior to entering their site.

Pay Range

$120,000 - $185,000 annually

The above pay range represents a general guideline; however, Brindley considers several factors when determining base salary that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, certifications, specific work location, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans in addition to base pay to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.

In addition, BE provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, company paid holidays, paid parental leave, compensatory time off, and paid time off (PTO). Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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