Project Manager III - Advanced Electrical Systems

Quinn Company•City of Industry, CA

13d•$84,000 - $126,000•Onsite

About The Position

Quinn Power Systems is hiring a Project Manager III in Power Systems. The position is responsible for ensuring the successful completion of Advanced Electrical Systems (AES) sales and integration projects from an engineering and technical perspective. This includes overseeing technical selection, application, installation, calibration, and commissioning of equipment for assigned projects. The role serves as the technical subject matter expert, supports sales and client needs, and provides guidance on electrical testing and complex electrical systems. The position requires travel to stores, customer sites, dealer locations, and Caterpillar facilities as needed. Flexible or extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, may be required based on workload and customer needs.

Requirements

A BSEE or BSME and five to seven years of experience in the same or a similar field; or graduation from an applicable electrical technical school or military equivalent and at least seven years of similar experience; or a high school education or equivalent and at least eight years of similar experience.
Strong background and experience in most types of switchgear testing through the 230 kV class.
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and industry standards, including OSHA and NFPA.
Proficiency with various third-party control systems and platforms.
Computer software proficiency, including a high level of experience with AutoCAD and the MS Office suite.
Ability to use the internet for standards, product, and manufacturer research and to operate computer-controlled test equipment.
Familiarity with electrical testing equipment and complex electrical systems.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients and peers and to follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

Perform duties with limited departmental supervision and follow company policies and procedures.
Select appropriate equipment for standard jobs and demonstrate proficiency with diagnostic tools.
Support and provide guidance for instrument transformer tests, power transformer testing, automatic transfer switch troubleshooting, generator testing, power meter calibration, and high-voltage circuit breaker testing.
Support and provide guidance for complex troubleshooting, relay calibration, load and power-quality recording instrumentation, infrared scanners, and medium-voltage breaker and switchgear retrofit and testing.
Oversee sales project requirements for switchgear startup services up through the 230 kV class, ensuring client needs and requirements are met or exceeded.
Maintain strong client and vendor relationships and ensure technical work scopes in written job proposals are fulfilled.
Assist with sales estimates and review technical client specifications; make technical presentations to customers and end users.
Stay current with product lines and technology, using resources from CAT and Quinn Company.
Travel to other stores, customer sites, dealer locations, and Caterpillar facilities for project work or training as required.
Work flexible or extended hours, including weekends, holidays, and nights, as required by workload and customer needs.
Maintain current electrical safety training and support safety training for Quinn employees.
Maintain technical competencies, pursue personal development and training, and share skills with others.
Take an active role in business development and expansion.
Demonstrate and promote Quinn Company values of Integrity, Teamwork, Respect for People, Quality, and Customer Service.
Complete assigned project duties accurately and on time; serve as the technical subject matter expert for assigned projects.
Prepare technical submittal documents, including bills of materials, sequences of operations, drawings, diagrams, interconnections, and equipment technical data, as required.
Build and maintain working relationships with Quinn and CAT field service personnel and management.
Make decisions using analysis, experience, and judgment, and seek advice and solutions from others as needed.
Use rigorous logic, analysis, and methods to solve difficult problems and leverage available resources.
Practice effective time management and good work habits.
Meet internal and external customer expectations and maintain effective relationships.
Demonstrate and provide guidance on the proper use of technical manuals and publications.
Perform other departmental duties as assigned.