Electrical Engineer III - Electrical Utility Distribution Design

About the role

Merrick & Company is seeking a full-time Electrical Engineer for our growing San Antonio, TX office. This office specializes in electrical design projects including medium and low voltage power and gas distribution design projects. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered for qualified candidates with CPS GIS Production Training Credentials.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of distribution power designers
• Perform review and stamping of designs performed by the team
• Self-perform design and engineering for other projects
• Perform accurate project estimates, track project progress against budget, and meet project due dates
• Conduct conceptual and detailed design/documentation of medium voltage power distribution including 15kV and 35kV overhead and underground lines, service transformers, and electrical service to industrial, commercial, and residential properties
• Perform field investigations and provide construction support
• Perform electrical calculations, design/documentation, and non-routine assignments with little or no direction
• Apply knowledge of NESC, CPS Energy or other utility standards
• Use GIS for design work (knowledge of GIS is a must)
• Periodically report to the client’s office for work and/or training

Requirements

• Eight (8) years minimum of overhead electrical, underground electrical, or combination experience
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Electrical Engineering
• Texas P.E. license required, or ability for immediate P.E. reciprocity between current state P.E. and Texas
• Experience with CPS Energy or other electric utility design projects
• Minimum four (4) years of experience using ArcGIS/AutoCAD or other design software-based drawing generation
• Experience using electrical calculation tools desired, including lighting and power software such as AGi32
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Excel & Word
• Experience using technical codes: NESC
• U.S. Citizenship required (client projects)
• Must pass a background check per client criteria
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and insurable under Merrick’s insurance carrier

Qualifications

• Knowledge of AutoCAD or MicroStation highly desired

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation
• Site visits on developed and undeveloped land
• Routine use of field supplies such as stakes, hammers, machete, marking paint, and distance measurement devices
• Work operates both in a professional office environment and in the field interacting with CPS Energy construction personnel and customers
• Routine use of standard office equipment: computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates with CPS GIS Production Training Credentials