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

Scope Services•Hopkinton, MA

2d•$85 - $90

About The Position

The Engineer V (Electrical Engineer) supports the LNG Engineering & Technical Services group through design review, specification development, and support for plant electrical, instrumentation, and controls projects. The role requires knowledge of plant systems including electrical switchgear, motor control centers, VFDs, transmitters, PLCs, and DCS systems. Working with engineers in related disciplines, the engineer advises on selecting and integrating equipment into the plant and manages projects within their discipline. The position includes reviewing vendor documents, providing comments and markups, and ensuring project requirements comply with applicable codes and standards. Depending on project needs, the engineer also supports submittals and RFIs, reviews schedules and change orders, and provides on-site construction support. The position functionally reports to the Lead Electrical Engineer.

Requirements

Experience working as part of 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 handle multiple competing priorities.
Ability to work independently without detailed direction.
Ability to support on-site construction activities, monitor quality, and provide feedback.
Strong ability to interpret drawings and other 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 engineering principles for process plants.
Ability to perform field-related duties, which may include 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 in 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 project costs, prepare bid specifications, and perform equipment analysis and selection.
Respond to submittals and RFIs in a timely manner.
Support development of new process and equipment procedures.
Record information to ensure projects are documented for future regulatory review.
Identify and document lessons learned for use in future projects.
Execute projects related to low- and medium-voltage power systems, controls systems, security systems, instrumentation, and other industrial plant electrical projects.
Help ensure projects meet established objectives for quality, technical specifications, reliability, schedule, and budget.
Obtain, oversee, integrate, and coordinate internal and external resources to ensure materials, equipment, and services are delivered on time.
Perform other duties as assigned.