Power Distribution and Cable System Engineer

WASEYABEK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY•Batavia, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Waseyabke team at the Accelerator Directorate (AD) as a Power Distribution and Cable System Engineer. In this role, you'll be part of AD's Power Electronic Systems Department (PESD), where you'll be responsible for designing, installing, operating, maintaining, and repairing distribution for DC and pulsed power systems. AD has over 150 MVA of thyristor controlled pulsed power on a medium voltage distribution system and 75 MVA of thyristor controlled pulsed power on a low voltage distribution system. These systems are crucial for powering particle accelerators and beam-line magnets and loads.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited institution with a minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical power systems or power distribution OR a master's degree in electrical engineering and 2 years of experience in electrical power systems or power distribution
Demonstrated ability to lean new concepts and ideas
Familiarity with high power thyristor or rectifier systems
Experience in design of low and/or medium voltage high power distribution
Experience with test equipment
Familiarity with NEC and NFPA70E and its application in low voltage systems
Proficient with Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Experience with switchgear a plus
Experience working with equipment manufacturers and vendors a plus
Knowledge and experience in electrical distribution simulation tools, ETAP or SKM, is a plus
Knowledge and experience in computer aided drafting tools is a plus

Responsibilities

Be part of a project team and lead projects related to power supplies and electrical power.
Plan and manage electrical distribution projects to meet deadlines and budgets.
Handle the procurement of electrical power distribution equipment from requisition to installation, testing, and commissioning.
Offer engineering support for the operation and maintenance of power distribution systems.
Monitor the performance of electrical systems and suggesting improvements.
Analyze system failures and recommending solutions.
Review electrical installations.
Manage cable plant activities for all electrical cables, including power, control, and signal cables.
Design cable routes and layouts and documenting them accordingly.
Develop documents for cable procurement and installation.
Maintain records of engineering tasks for future reference.