Associate Electrical Engineer - Power

Job Description

Job Description

Wunderlich-Malec has an Associate Electrical Engineer - Power opportunity available in our Winslow, ME office. This position supports delivery of electrical power system solutions through engineering design and analysis activities. The Associate Engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to develop technical skills, contribute to project execution, and support client requirements while working under the guidance of experienced engineers. Success in this role is demonstrated through continuous learning, quality deliverables, and the ability to independently execute assigned engineering tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following responsibilities are essential to the satisfactory performance of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made as needed. Non-essential functions are assumed to be included under “other related duties as assigned.”

Technology

• Assist in the design, development, analysis, and implementation of electrical power systems, ensuring alignment with client requirements
• Support the design and application of power distribution, protection and control, or physical substation specializations for industrial, renewable, data center, and utility infrastructure projects
• Support power system studies, calculations, and modeling efforts using industry-standard software tools to evaluate and improve system performance, as necessary in support of either protection and control or physical substation design specializations
• In protection and control, develop and revise electrical design documents including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, relay schematics, and control panel layouts

OR

• In physical substation design, develop and revise power one lines and phasing diagrams, control enclosure layouts, elevations and details, substation yard layouts and elevations, conduit plans and details, grounding plans and details, lighting plans and details, outage plans and construction sequencing plans
• Conduct engineering calculations, research, and analysis to support power system design decisions and equipment selection
• Verify proper configuration and communication of field devices, including network-integrated systems
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and startup activities to validate system performance against design requirements, if required

Projects 

• Collaborate with internal teams and external multidisciplinary teams to support project objectives
• Work under the guidance of senior engineers and project managers
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to project planning and execution
• Support project documentation, reporting, and administrative tasks
• Identify and pursue opportunities for technical and professional growth
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback into project deliverables
• Independently execute small-to-medium tasks from technical design through completion
• Demonstrate adherence to quality standards, project procedures, and engineering best practices

Field Work & Travel 

• Willingness to travel up to 10% for on-site meetings, or other site activities, when required
• Comply with safety protocols and client-specific requirements
• Valid driver’s license and international passport (or ability to obtain quickly)
• Assist with on-site installation, testing, and startup of engineering systems, if required
• Ensure electrical equipment, protection devices, control panels, and associated power system components have been designed in accordance with manufacturer requirements, project specifications, and approved design documentation

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical) preferred
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology with relevant experience may be considered
• 0 to 4 years of experience in electrical power systems engineering
• Entry-level internship or co-op experience in engineering is a plus

Core Competencies

• Demonstrates perseverance in overcoming challenges and achieving goals
• Passion for quality, craftsmanship, innovation, and problem-solving
• Communicates ideas and perspectives clearly while promoting alignment through active listening, collaboration, and constructive feedback
• Actively seeks, accepts, and integrates feedback for continuous improvement
• Applies analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to engineering challenges
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and environments
• Ability to identify problems or gaps and proactively develop solutions
• Maintains a dependable and results-oriented approach to work
• Working knowledge of electrical power systems, power distribution, protection concepts, and high voltage electrical equipment
• Collaborates effectively across multidisciplinary teams through open communication, constructive problem solving, and active participation in team objectives

Work Conditions The physical demands and work-environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands Office Environment:

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods while working at a computer or attending meetings
• Manual dexterity sufficient for typing and using standard office tools
• Visual acuity for reading technical drawings, documents, and computer screens

The following requirements apply to oversight of inspection of engineering solutions at the client location, when required:

• Ability to stand and move around job sites for up to 8-12 hours per shift
• Ability to climb up and down stairs and ladders, as needed
• Ability to maintain balance and stability while performing tasks at heights
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, and move objects up to 40 pounds as required
• Ability to distinguish colors for tasks involving color-coded materials, labels, or signals
• Ability to hear and communicate with clear speech in industrial environments
• Ability to drive vehicle to site locations.
• Reaching, bending, stooping, crouching, or crawling in and around equipment as required during project inspections, if required
• The ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, and steel-toed boots
• Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination required for inspection
• Adhere to all client and Wunderlich-Malec safety standards

Working Environment  Office Environment:

• Regular use of computers, phones, and standard office equipment
• May involve extended periods of sitting, standing or attending meetings

Work may be performed in construction, industrial, and/or substation environments:

• Exposure to low, medium and high voltage equipment
• Work around construction and industrial equipment and personnel
• Exposure to manufacturing environments with moderate to high noise levels, temperature fluctuations, moving mechanical parts, and industrial chemicals

Construction trailer and new building construction environment 

• Frequent PC and cell phone usage

Typical Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) Required:

• Safety glasses
• Steel-toed shoes
• Hearing protection
• Electrical safety PPE

Employees must comply with client specific requirements and PPE.

Our People 

• Empowered Employee-Owners – As owners of Wunderlich-Malec, we are invested in its success. We hire top talent and empower them to take initiative, drive innovation, and deliver impactful solutions
• Motivated & Rewarded – We invest in continuing education and offer world-class benefits, ensuring our employee-owners stay motivated, fulfilled, and future-ready
• Positive & Committed – Our experts bring long-term dedication and a positive, can-do attitude to every project
• Industry-Smart – Recognized as leaders in their fields, our employee-owners stay sharp through ongoing training and deep knowledge of evolving industry trends

*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job.  They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.

Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits:  Medical • Dental • Vision • Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D • Long Term Disability • Voluntary Short Term Disability • Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Health Savings Account • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement • Referral Bonus Program • 401(k)/Profit Sharing • 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) • Employee Assistance Program • Will Preparation Resources • Worldwide Travel Assistance.