Electrical Engineering- Senior

Chemstress is a full-service engineering and design-build firm located in downtown Akron, OH. We are a multi-disciplined engineering organization offering engineering/design, procurement, construction, construction management, EPCM and EPC services to the chemical, polymer, refinery, power generation, industrial and manufacturing industries. We strive to create a culture that feels like family, where we are committed to collaboration, innovation, and growth. If you are looking for a career where you can contribute to versatile, high-impact projects across a wide range of industries—while working alongside a talented, experienced team in a flexible environment—you have come to the right place!

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for gathering and analyzing technical data used to prepare basic electrical engineering designs for client projects including: Power, Lighting & Electrical Distribution, Electrical One-Line Drawings, Electrical Load Studies, Protective Relaying, Arc Flash Studies, Power Equipment List (Transformers, Switchgear, Motors, UPS etc.), Area Classification, and other Electrical Drawings (Schematics, Heat Trace, etc.). This individual is expected to fulfill the requirements of the position and understands that the design process includes visiting clients’ facilities where they may be expected to perform physical work.

PLEASE NOTE: We do NOT design any residential, commercial, or retail projects. Successful candidates will have INDUSTRIAL structural design experience. This is also a HYBRID position and remote candidates cannot be considered. Relocation assistance is offered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsible for Engineering Calculations and Plan Development

Leads other Designers and Engineers on a Project Team, maintaining effective communication with project team members, other departments, suppliers and clients

Collects and prepares data/information and performs detailed engineering calculations

Specifies power system equipment, switchgear, unit substations, motor control centers, drive systems, grounding systems, and lighting systems

Create electrical load studies, control schematics, and electrical engineering details

Utilizes computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks

Assists in field work by directing and coordinating operation, checking installations, problem solving, maintenance and repair of equipment and systems

Serves as a Project Lead for single discipline projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, making staff recommendations, and checking drawings

Maintains compliance with all Chemstress policies, procedures, and standards

uses equipment and materials properly

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET Accredited University is required, PE preferred

Field experience

Twelve (12) to Thirty (30) years working in one or more of the following service areas: Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Polymers, Utility, Energy, and Manufacturing

Knowledgeable in protective relaying and short circuit studies, lighting systems, power systems equipment specifications, NFPA 30, NEC or NFPA 70, applicable building codes, arc flash, and wiring practices

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), Revit, and AutoCAD (3D preferred), EasyPower or similar modeling software.

Experience with P & ID’s, PFD’s, loop diagrams, installation details, conduit and cable schedules

Employer sponsorship for work authorization (H-1B visa) may be available for qualified candidates who already hold an H-1B.

Accepts that this position may require some domestic overnight travel

Must be willing and able to commute to office location at least 3 days per week

Must be able to collaborate with others in an on-site, team environment

Must have reliable, consistent, and punctual work-site attendance

Must be able to utilize the required technology such as computers, phones, and tablets to complete job duties

Must be able to meet quality and productivity standards required by the company

Full time, direct hire

Location: On-site in Akron, OH with hybrid schedule option

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses are offered on a case-by-base basis.

Health insurance

Health savings account (HSA)

Health care flexible spending account (FSA)

Company-paid life insurance

Voluntary life & AD&D insurance

Tuition assistance

Profit sharing/bonus opportunities

Casual dress code

Employee performance recognition

Chemstress does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

Keywords: electrical, engineer, engineering, P.PE, Professional Engineer, Arc Flash Studies, industrial, chemical, petrochemicals, utility, utilities, power, energy, manufacturing, EasyPower, protective relaying, short circuit studies, electrical load studies, control schematics, engineering calculations, power system equipment, switchgear, unit substations, motor control centers, drive systems, grounding systems, lighting systems, P & ID's, PFD, NFPA, NEC, AutoCAD, Revit

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