Sr. Electrical Engineer, PE

About the Company

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

ITAC's purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company's growth and earnings.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs Electrical Engineering activities for all phases of Electrical development and equipment design for projects of moderate size and complexity.
• Fully competent in performing all conventional aspects of Electrical Engineering and application of independent judgment for the evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard design engineering criteria, methods, and procedures.
• Assignments have objectives requiring the investigation of several variables; periodic review of work done by less experienced engineers is required.
• Perform the layout, analysis, and design of the electrical engineering scope of work for industrial projects.
• Design and develop electrical documentation:
  • Electrical Equipment Specifications
  • Electrical Plan Drawings (Power, Lighting, Grounding, etc.)
  • Electrical Schematics (Single line diagrams, Motor Schematics, Interconnection diagrams, etc.)
  • Design Calculations
• Work with and understand core design basis documentation (i.e., P&IDs, General Arrangements, Equipment List, etc.).
• Develop specifications and design for Motor Control Centers (MCCs), Switchgear, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Lead a small staff of designers and possibly junior engineers.
• Perform quality checking procedures on Electrical Engineering work performed by others.
• Resolve technical design conflicts.
• Utilize various computer software packages and automated engineering and design equipment effectively, including:
  • AutoCAD
  • MS Excel
  • MS Word
  • SKM/ETAP Power System Analysis

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 5+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent working knowledge/experience).
• Licensed Professional Engineer with the ability to obtain licenses in multiple states, if needed (NCEES certified or willing to obtain certification).
• Familiarity with power system modeling and analysis software (SKM, ETAP, etc.).
• Strong knowledge and experience in electrical engineering design and project execution.
• Familiarity with electrical design software, such as AutoCAD.
• Proficient with relevant electrical codes and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Please note: Onsite doesn't necessarily mean on a job site, simply that this position is not currently remote.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401k & ESOP
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Sick Time Off
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Wellness Program
• Mentorship Program
• Safety Incentive Program
• 24/7 Chaplain Care
• Flexible Schedule & Remote Working