Entry Level Power Systems Engineer

Excel Engineering • Mounds View, MN

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About The Position

Excel Engineering is a full-service engineering consulting firm specializing in electrical engineering, industrial automation, and power systems. The Entry Level Power Systems Engineer performs power system studies and analysis, including arc flash evaluations, equipment coordination recommendations, system modeling, field data gathering, electrical calculations, and CAD drafting. The role works with clients across industries on projects intended to improve safety, efficiency, and performance. The engineer will build proficiency in the National Electrical Code and software including AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, and Easy Power. The position may require travel up to 30% of the time.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, power discipline, from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of SKM PowerTools or other modeling software.
• Experience with electrical fault calculations, load flow, coordination, and arc flash hazards.
• Understanding and use of NFPA 70E.
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of AutoCAD software.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all company levels in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineering license or ability to obtain one within one year.
• Knowledge of arc flash hazards and OSHA standards.
• Knowledge and familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• EIT or FE certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform arc flash evaluations to determine incident energy and arc flash boundaries using applicable NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE 1584, and NESC/OSHA standards or requirements.
• Review and recommend protective-device trip times.
• Determine and recommend protective clothing requirements based on study output.
• Recommend ways to reduce fault-clearing times or arc flash hazards through system changes or other mitigation strategies.
• Perform power system modeling and analysis, including gathering field data.
• Perform CAD drafting on projects.
• Determine and review load flow, short circuit, and TCC curves for system optimization.
• Perform electrical calculations and circuit/system analysis.
• Develop proficiency in the National Electrical Code and AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, and Easy Power.

Benefits

• Ongoing continuing education and hands-on training.
• Opportunities to expand skills.
• Assistance in earning professional certifications and pursuing further education.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Wellness programs.
• Generous paid time off.
• Flexible schedule and work environment.
• Employee referral program with continuing rewards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level