Electrical Engineer - Anchorage, AK

About the Role

NANA Worley is accepting applications for multiple Electrical Engineer positions at varying classifications, from Entry-level to Specialist, based on experience and competencies. Candidates with less than two years of experience are encouraged to apply for the Engineer in Training (EIT) position. This full-time, non-rotational role is located at NANA Worley headquarters in Anchorage, AK, and is eligible for the NANA Worley employee referral program (available only to current employees).

Responsibilities

• Develops or adapts electrical design standards for projects based on regulatory requirements, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Designs instrumentation and controls for hydrocarbon plant projects, including field and control room instrumentation specifications.
• Develops applications of controls, instruments, and associated systems for commercial, petrochemical, and industrial uses.
• Interfaces with other discipline engineers to determine electrical specifications.
• Coordinates the configuration of digital control systems (DCS) installations.
• Provides input to project P&IDs.
• Researches and analyzes data such as client design proposals, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application.
• Works with team members to develop project scopes of work, estimates, and/or schedules.
• Develops major equipment and material selection, and construction specifications.
• Ensures compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and laws for all assigned activities and operations.
• Provides support during fabrication and installation phases to ensure engineering documents are followed.
• Coordinates activities with other project disciplines involved in fabrication, operation, application, and installation or repair of materials, products, or systems.
• Provides technical direction, support, and information to other engineers, designers, and drafters.
• Evaluates new technologies to improve existing systems and resolve process and safety problems.
• Designs and implements online analyzers by determining plant requirements, developing specifications, installing analyzers, and evaluating impact.
• Develops and implements expert systems software by writing programs to run on DCS.
• Demonstrates professional skills in structuring assigned activities, creativity, teamwork, communications, operational efficiencies, handling client’s changing needs, decision-making, and problem-solving.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

The following outlines the education and experience typically required for each classification level. Competencies may also be demonstrated through other combinations of education, training, experience, and achievements:

• Engineer:
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical, control systems, fire protection, or related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 2 years of work experience (oil and gas industry experience preferred).
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam preferred.
• Senior Engineer:
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical, control systems, fire protection, or related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • 4–10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
  • PE license strongly desired.
• Staff Engineer:
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical, control systems, fire protection, or related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution, 8–15 years of oil and gas industry experience, and PE license; or Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years of experience.
• Senior Staff Engineer:
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical, control systems, fire protection, or related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution, 15+ years of oil and gas industry experience, and PE license; or Bachelor’s degree and 20+ years of experience.
• Principal Engineer:
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical, control systems, fire protection, or related engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution, 20+ years of oil and gas industry experience, and PE license; or Bachelor’s degree and 25+ years of experience.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with or education in engineering for Cold regions or Arctic conditions.
• Hydrocarbons industry experience.
• Alaska North Slope Oil and Gas industry experience.

Skills

Language Ability

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of managers, clients, or employees.

Math Ability

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and current versions of AutoCAD design software.

Certificates and Licenses

The following certifications are preferred but not required:

• ISA certifications in Instrumentation and Controls.
• NICET certifications in Fire Protection system design.
• Alaska State Fire Marshal fire system design permits.

Competencies

• Analytical: Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.
• Design: Generates creative solutions; translates concepts and information into images; uses feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Interpersonal: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
• Team Work: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; builds morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports others’ efforts to succeed; recognizes accomplishments of other team members.
• Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Strategic Thinking: Develops strategies to achieve long-term success.
• Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Occasional exposure to work near moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places while working in the field.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, though fieldwork may be moderately noisy.
• Infrequent overnight (or longer) travel to remote work locations may be required.