Project Electrical Engineer - Power Generation

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Relocation eligible: Yes

About the Role

As a Project Electrical Engineer, you may have the opportunity to function as a technical expert and may have project lead and/or administrative responsibilities on assigned Conventional Power Generation Projects and Teams. You will develop electrical drawing deliverables, perform complex engineering calculations, create equipment specifications, and support construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical drawing deliverables including:
  • One line and three line diagrams
  • Electrical motor schematics, breaker control schematics, and wiring diagrams
  • Power cable sizing and cable schedules
• Perform complex engineering calculations such as:
  • Load flow, short circuit, motor starting (ETAP or SKM)
  • Arc flash analysis (ETAP or SKM)
  • Protective relay settings
  • Battery and charger sizing
• Develop electrical equipment specifications and Bills of Materials (BOM) for procurement and construction.
• Create man-hour budgets and schedules for projects and proposals.
• Attend on-site meetings, investigate existing conditions, interface with clients, and provide support during construction.
• Extensively use Microsoft Office, ProjectWise, electrical engineering software (ETAP), and Computer-Aided Drafting Tools (AutoCAD).
• Provide technical guidance and direction on design guides, standards, systems, and applicable engineering codes.
• Ensure compliance with B&V quality program and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Prepare complex engineering deliverables, perform research, and manage data for engineering work.
• Manage assigned budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Actively delegate tasks to lower-level team members and review their work.
• Coordinate with internal/external team members on moderately complex projects.
• Assist with identifying key client interests and drivers, and communicate these to the project team.
• Support business development or pursuit activities and offer other services to clients.
• Provide consultation and guidance as a technical specialist in a particular practice area.
• Mentor lower-level professionals and assist with performance management processes.
• Participate in career planning, learning, and development initiatives.
• Assist with resource management strategy and administrative responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a recognized accredited program or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
• Active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects.
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, including background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and 401K match.
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability and robust wellness program
  • Flexible work schedules, paid vacation, holiday, and sick time
  • Dependent sick time
• Additional benefits:
  • Company-matched 401k plan
  • Adoption and tuition reimbursement
  • Vendor discounts and employment referral program
  • AD&D insurance and pre-taxed accounts
  • Voluntary legal plan and B&V Credit Union
  • Performance-based bonus program eligibility
• 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), empowering professionals to drive personal growth and company success.

Work Environment

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based on manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments.