Electrical Engineer I/II - Canonsburg, PA
About the role
Applies knowledge of engineering principles and practices for electrical systems throughout the company’s facilities, supporting construction activities and the operation of existing electrical systems. Makes decisions on engineering problems and methods, using techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts, and practices of the field. This position occasionally visits company locations to support design reviews, construction meetings, due diligence, and emergency responses.
Responsibilities
- Review and manage the electrical design of facilities, including load studies, instrument data sheets, one-line diagrams, area classification drawings, cause and effect matrix, and cable schedules.
- Demonstrate proficiency with Piping & Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs) and participate in design reviews, including Process Hazard Analysis.
- Assist with budget management and schedules for multiple midstream projects, supporting other disciplines to achieve their goals.
- Participate in cost and schedule estimates, plan work in alignment with project schedules, monitor and report progress using prescribed systems.
- Liaise and interact with other disciplines to ensure overall project goals are met; advise management of variations in a timely manner.
- Ensure all deliverables align with company and client procedures and standards.
- Review and assess new technology, materials, and equipment.
- Frame engineering/operational problems and propose solutions.
- Monitor and support engineering-related activities for field construction projects.
- Make sound engineering decisions under limited time constraints.
- Provide technical support to the field as needed.
- Prepare and present technical reports on projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Level II – 3 years of job-related experience.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company-driving standards.
- Intermediate proficiency in computer applications such as Excel, Word, Visio, and Access database.
- Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and other design documents.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written, for interactions at all levels within and outside the company.
- Knowledge of industry codes and standards, including applicable Federal, State, and local regulations, ASME Piping Codes, National Electric Code, CFR 192, DOT, and PHMSA rules and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Gathering and transmission pipeline design and/or pipeline integrity management experience.
- Professional Engineer registration.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, or kneel.
- Frequently required to sit.
- Must be able to talk, hear, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms extensively.
- Frequently lift objects up to 10 pounds; occasionally lift/move objects up to 25 pounds.
- Vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Working Conditions
Works both in a business office setting and at project sites. While at project sites, the employee may be occasionally exposed to:
- Outside weather conditions, including cold, hot, wet, and/or humid conditions.
- Moving mechanical parts and/or machinery.
- Fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in the office but may become loud at project sites.