ERS - Power Study Electrical Engineer - Multiple Locations

Electrical Reliability Services, a rapidly growing third-party, NETA-accredited electrical testing company, is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to support our service offerings nationally. This position works remotely with up to 25% travel.

Responsibilities

• Support all types of power systems, typically working with a Sr. Power Systems Engineer to define project scope.
• Perform short circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies.
• Assist other engineers with various power systems and engineering studies.
• Gather field data and documentation as needed.
• Support complex engineering studies including reliability, harmonics, load flow, and reliability-centered maintenance studies.
• Assist with electrical power system documentation, including system configuration, equipment ratings, and settings.
• 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 working knowledge of computer software and data used in power systems and engineering studies; arrange training for others as needed.
• Follow and assist in the development of policy and procedures for conducting power system and engineering studies.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
• Must have passed the FE exam or pass it within 12 months of hire date.
• Excellent verbal and writing skills to communicate effectively with clients, field engineers, peers, and management.
• Mature judgment and responsibility for assigned projects.
• High degree of organizational skills and sound grounding in electrical engineering.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and night work.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not provided.

Physical Requirements

• Light Lifting (5 lbs. – 25 lbs.)
• Medium Lifting (30 lbs. – 45 lbs.)
• Heavy Lifting (over 50 lbs.)
• Frequent standing, kneeling, crawling, stooping, bending, twisting, and climbing (stairs, ladders).
• Frequent driving (car, van, truck).

Environmental Demands

• Exposure to extreme cold (below 32°F) and extreme heat (above 100°F).
• High noise levels (need to shout to be heard).
• Working around moving machinery (forklifts, tractors).
• Protective equipment required (earplugs, gloves, eyewear, respirator, mask, etc.).
• Work outdoors with no effective protection from weather.
• 25% travel required.

Competencies

• Action Oriented – Enjoys hard work; is action-oriented and full of energy for challenging tasks; seizes opportunities.
• Building Effective Teams – Creates strong morale and spirit; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue.
• Customer Focus – Dedicated to meeting expectations of internal and external customers; uses customer feedback for improvements.
• Drive for Results – Consistently exceeds goals; bottom-line oriented; pushes self and others for results.
• Directing Others – Establishes clear directions; sets stretching objectives; distributes workload appropriately.
• Organizing – Marshals resources effectively; orchestrates multiple activities to accomplish goals.

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics, and ongoing services to enable vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally, and grow with business needs. Vertiv solves challenges for data centers, communication networks, and commercial/industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling, and IT infrastructure solutions. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and operates in more than 130 countries.