Engineer V (Electrical Engineer)- $85.00-90 per hr

Scope Services•Hopkinton, MA

About The Position

This position supports the LNG Engineering & Technical Services group by reviewing designs, developing specifications, and supporting plant electrical, instrumentation, and controls projects. The engineer is expected to have extensive knowledge of plant systems, including electrical switchgear, motor control centers, VFDs, transmitters, PLCs, and DCS systems. In coordination with engineers from related disciplines, the engineer advises on the selection and integration of new equipment and manages projects within their discipline. The role includes reviewing vendor documents, providing comments and markups, and confirming that project requirements comply with applicable codes and standards. Depending on project needs, the engineer also supports submittals, RFIs, schedules, change orders, and on-site construction activities. The position functionally reports to the Lead Electrical Engineer.

Requirements

Experience working on an engineering, maintenance, technology, or construction project team supporting power, manufacturing, or process plant construction and maintenance.
Ability to work within short time frames and manage multiple competing priorities.
Ability to work independently and without detailed direction.
Strong ability to interpret drawings and technical documents.
Strong understanding of AC and DC power, hazardous area classifications, transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, VFDs, motors, UPS systems, instrumentation, fiber optics, analog and digital controls and systems, and related process-plant engineering principles.
Ability to perform field-related duties, potentially including climbing, walking on uneven surfaces, and working in inclement weather.
Strong organizational practices.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to interface effectively with stakeholders.
Ability to perform basic calculations to confirm equipment and conductor sizing.
Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Master’s or bachelor’s degree in electrical, computers, mechanical, chemical, process, petroleum, or another related engineering discipline, plus eight years of work experience; or an associate’s degree in one of these disciplines plus ten years of work experience; or at least fifteen years of relevant work experience in one of these disciplines.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Massachusetts Master or Journeyman Electrical License.
ISA certification.

Responsibilities

Participate in project meetings, stay informed of project status, and support technical needs as the instrumentation, controls, and electrical subject matter expert.
Support LNG facilities by troubleshooting problems related to installed systems.
Assist project managers and engineers with planning, execution, development, engineering, and management of capital projects.
Ensure work complies with NFPA 59A, 70E, 40 CFR 193, Article 500 of the NEC, and other applicable codes and standards.
Assist with project budgets, estimate costs, prepare bid specifications, and perform equipment analysis and selection.
Respond to submittals and RFIs in a timely manner.
Support the development of new process and equipment procedures.
Record project information for appropriate documentation and future regulatory review.
Identify and document lessons learned for use in future projects.
Execute projects involving low- and medium-voltage power systems, controls systems, security systems, instrumentation, and other industrial plant electrical systems.
Help ensure projects meet quality, technical specification, reliability, schedule, and budget objectives.
Obtain, oversee, integrate, and coordinate internal and external resources to ensure timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services.
Support on-site construction activities, monitor quality, and provide feedback.
Perform other duties as assigned.