Electrical Engineer

PROENERGY Services•Kansas City, KS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

PROENERGY is seeking an Electrical Engineer to execute technical work on engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects in the power industry. This entry- to mid-level role is part of the company’s effort to build an in-house EPC engineering team and develop its own engineering deliverables, standards, guidelines, and procedures. The engineer will work collaboratively with the integrated EPC team and clients to produce high-quality deliverables for construction, coordinate multiple projects, and contribute to customer satisfaction and operating efficiency. The position is based in the office at PROENERGY’s Leawood, Kansas location and reports to the Director of Electrical & Switchyard Engineering. The Electrical Engineer performs or reviews engineering, design, analysis, and other electrical-discipline technical tasks using current technology, applicable standards, calculation software, templates, and cataloged products. Work includes preparing or reviewing load lists, power-system studies, single-line diagrams, equipment layouts, area classifications, sizing calculations, schematics, equipment specifications, data sheets, requisitions, and technical bid analyses. The engineer also reviews vendor documents, coordinates project matters such as RFIs and change requests, and helps standardize and improve engineering work. The role requires adaptability, collaboration, quality-focused work, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, sometimes on compressed schedules. Overtime and weekends may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program.
1–5 years of experience as an electrical engineer or related work experience in fossil fuels, power, or generation EPC.
Basic written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to clearly present complex information to employees, management, and clients at all levels.
Ability to multitask and execute numerous projects or tasks simultaneously, often on aggressive and compressed schedules.
Knowledge of ANSI, IEEE, API, NEC, and other industry codes, specifications, and standards.
Adaptable, collaborative, comfortable with change and ambiguity, and able to think in systems.
Fluency in English, including strong speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment-use directions, and other policies.
Ability to work during normal operating hours and work overtime and weekends as required.
U.S. work authorization; candidates requiring sponsorship for a work-authorized visa will not be considered.
Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

Two years of related work experience in fossil fuels, power, or generation.
Experience creating grounding, area-classification, power, single-line, schematic, and motor-control drawings, with an understanding of protective devices and coordination techniques.
Ability to perform engineering calculations such as load flow, short circuit, arc flash, harmonics, equipment sizing, large-motor starting, grounding, transient stability, electromagnetic transients, and insulation coordination.
Familiarity with specifying high-, medium-, and low-voltage electrical equipment, including MCCs, transformers, and switchgear.
Strong foundation in power-system principles and concepts demonstrated through relevant college coursework.
Active involvement in industry-recognized professional societies.
Knowledge of Aconex Document Controls software.
Basic understanding of construction and constructability practices and principles.
Basic knowledge of procurement and contract administration.
Basic knowledge of project-controls and estimating processes and procedures.
Basic knowledge of technical aspects of the proposal and estimate process.
Basic business and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

Execute electrical technical design on projects.
Perform or review electrical engineering, design, analysis, and other technical tasks using current technology, standards, calculation software, templates, and cataloged products.
Prepare or review load lists, power-system studies, single-line diagrams, equipment layouts, area classifications, sizing calculations, schematics, equipment specifications, data sheets, requisitions, and technical bid analyses.
Collaborate with the integrated EPC team and clients on RFIs, deliverable reviews, change order requests, equipment buyout, and related project work.
Review vendor documents to confirm that specification and data-sheet requirements are met.
Identify ways to improve customer satisfaction, work-product quality, and operating efficiency.
Help develop, review, and implement guidelines and procedures that standardize engineering and template PowerFLX work.
Stay current with technology and industry practices and identify practical applications.
Perform assigned work efficiently and effectively to maximize personal productivity.
Establish credibility through technical competency and team-leading ability.
Apply engineering knowledge independently and ensure compliance with the quality program.
Establish related processes, promote a culture conducive to quality, and support continuous-improvement and change-management efforts.
Provide guidance and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, and applicable engineering codes.
Perform work safely and effectively, follow instructions and applicable policies, and complete work within deadlines.