Principal Electrical Engineer

Fluor•Houston, TX

21h

About The Position

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role. The purpose of this position is to provide the essential administrative processes, technical knowledge, and direction as listed. This position has oversight of a specific area, and acts as a representative to the department ensuring technical accuracy in project execution in all phases. This role has the responsibility to promote Fluor’s competitiveness within the global marketplace by delivering quality services of unmatched value and technical competence. This is the Lead position on assigned projects or performs engineering assignments of any complexity.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of: Electrical codes and standards, Power systems, Electrical power systems software (e.g., Hexagon Smart® Electrical, Electrical Transient and Analysis Program (ETAP), SKM, etc.)
Basic understanding of Computer Aided Design (CAD) systems/procedures
Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and sixteen (16) years of work-related experience; a recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field, if required; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards, commercial availability and cost of materials
Effort-hour estimating and staff forecasting
Managing and leading a large project
Project set-up, developing control-level schedules, progress reporting and project close-out
Practical field experience
Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Nice To Haves

Professional registration and membership in technical society (preferred)

Responsibilities

Develop and review estimates and schedules, progress reports, including workforce forecasts
Establish, track, and monitor material key quantities; provide analysis and forecasts
Develop and review specifications, including design criteria
Participate in activities associated with equipment and material procurement, permitting, and subcontracting
Perform complex system studies(e.g., short circuit, load flow, stability, motor starting, harmonics, relay coordination and ground grid)
Develop complex area classifications and design documents
Develop complex electrical design documents
Perform electrical calculations such as short circuit, relay coordination, voltage drop, cable derating and cable pulling tension
Prepare motor schematics and wiring diagrams