ERS-Power Study Electrical Engineer - Multiple Locations

About the role

Perform/support a range of power system and engineering studies (all voltage levels, from basic to the most complex).

Perform/support a variety of Field and Customer activities including data collection, one-line revisions, and electrical system analysis.

Support all types of power systems.

Typically, will work with a Sr. Power Systems Engineer to support project scope.

Perform short circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies.

Assist other engineers with all types of power systems and engineering studies.

Assist in the gathering of field data and documentation as needed.

Support the full range of complex engineering studies including reliability, harmonics, load flow, and reliability-centered maintenance studies.

Aid in the electrical power system documentation including system configuration, equipment ratings, and settings.

May support circuit and system measurements and help write reports relating to EMF, electrical load, voltage, and power quality projects.

Assist in the preparation of estimates and take-offs for engineering study project proposals.

Gain a working knowledge of computer software and data utilized in the conduct of power systems and engineering studies and arrange training for others as needed.

Follow and assist in the development of policy and procedures for conducting power system and engineering studies.

Responsibilities

• Perform/support a range of power system and engineering studies (all voltage levels, from basic to the most complex).
• Perform/support a variety of Field and Customer activities including data collection, one-line revisions, and electrical system analysis.
• Support all types of power systems.
• Typically, will work with a Sr. Power Systems Engineer to support project scope.
• Perform short circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies.
• Assist other engineers with all types of power systems and engineering studies.
• Assist in the gathering of field data and documentation as needed.
• Support the full range of complex engineering studies including reliability, harmonics, load flow, and reliability-centered maintenance studies.
• Aid in the electrical power system documentation including system configuration, equipment ratings, and settings.
• May support circuit and system measurements and help write reports relating to EMF, electrical load, voltage, and power quality projects.
• Assist in the preparation of estimates and take-offs for engineering study project proposals.
• Gain a working knowledge of computer software and data utilized in the conduct of power systems and engineering studies and arrange training for others as needed.
• Follow and assist in the development of policy and procedures for conducting power system and engineering studies.

Qualifications

• Graduate Engineer BSEE.
• Must have taken and passed the FE exam or pass the FE exam within 12 months of hire date.
• Requires excellent verbal and writing skills to communicate effectively with clients, field engineers, peers, and management.
• Requires mature judgment, responsible for assigned projects.
• Requires a high degree of organizational skills.
• Requires sound grounding in electrical engineering.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and night work.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, talk, and hear.
• Frequently required to sit, and work at the computer.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Physical Requirements

• Light Lifting (5 Ibs.-25 Ibs.).
• Medium Lifting (30 Ibs. – 45 Ibs.).
• Heavy Lifting (over 50 Ibs.).
• Frequent Standing.
• Frequent kneeling / crawling / stooping.
• Frequent bending / twisting.
• Frequent climbing (stairs, ladders).
• Frequent driving (car, van, truck).
• ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
• Extreme cold (below 32*).
• Extreme heat (above 100*).
• Noisy environment (medium / high noise level).
• Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors).
• Protective Equipment Required (earplugs, gloves, eyewear, respirator, mask, etc.).
• Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather).
• Travel Time Required 25%.

Competencies

• Action Oriented – Enjoys hard work; is action oriented and full of energy for the things that he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes opportunities when they arise.
• Building Effective Teams – Creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; lets subordinates present to senior management; acts as if real success is the success of the team.
• Customer Focus - Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; talks and acts with customers in mind.
• Drive for Results – Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
• Directing Others– Is good at establishing clear directions; sets stretching objectives; distributes the workload appropriately; lays out work in a well-planned and organized manner; maintains two-way dialogue with subordinates on work and results.
• Organizing – Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done; can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently; arranges information and files in a useful manner.

About Vertiv

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. Our Core Principles: Safety | Integrity | Respect | Teamwork | Inclusion Our Strategic Priorities High-Performance CultureCustomer FocusOperational ExcellenceInnovationFinancial Strength Vertiv Behaviors Own itAct with urgencyFoster a customer-first mindsetThink big and executeLead by exampleDrive continuous improvementLearn and seek out developmentPromote transparent & open communication About Vertiv Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more. Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Equal Opportunity Employer Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com . About The Team Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Equal Opportunity Employer We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.