Senior Electrical Engineer

Kent•Corpus Christi, TX

30d•Onsite

About The Position

Kent is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to be based in Corpus Christi, Texas and seconded to the client. You will provide project discipline engineering support on project teams towards the successful completion of projects as assigned so that they are successfully completed and meet the objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from a recognized institution.
A minimum of 10 years of experience in the design of Electrical distribution systems in refining and chemical plants.
Must be familiar with NETA ATS and MTS testing standards
Must be familiar with the use of electrical testing equipment
Must be familiar with operation and maintenance of various breaker types including: Gas insulated, vacuum insulated, and air insulated
Relevant engineering/operations experience with 69 kV, 12.47 kV, 4.16 kV and 480 V distribution systems.
Knowledge of Electrical Area Classification design and studies including applicable standards such as API RP 500 and NFPA 497.
Knowledge of Battery/UPS systems.
Knowledge of Substation Grounding study and Grounding Grid Layout.
Must be very familiar with industry electrical standards for equipment and design (IEEE, NFPA, NEMA, API, ICEA, UL, ASTM, etc.)
Works with minimal supervision, manages own time effectively and maintains control over all current projects/responsibilities.
Good writing skills to produce reports, scope documents and presentation materials.
Exhibits an understanding of business drivers, management of change requirements, and construction workflow.
Effective communications skills in English (written and verbal).
Demonstrate a high regard for safety, quality and environmental policies and procedures.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrated leadership skills, self-motivated & goal-oriented and team player.
Proven multi-tasker with strong organizational skills, with the ability to meet assignment schedule & deliver quality products under pressure.
Adherence to HSE norms by self and team.
Strong computer background including experience with MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).

Nice To Haves

Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Experience in the design and operations of electrical systems in refining and chemical plants
Oversee the design of substations and prefabricated electrical buildings
Develop relaying and protective schemes for the facility and direct contractors on the implementation thereof on projects
Oversee the design and installation of MV and LV motors, switchgear, protective relays, transformers, ASD and UPS systems
Lead team on the startup, commissioning and troubleshooting of various types of electrical equipment, from DC systems and low voltage up to 69kV including motors, switchgear, motor control centers, protective relays, transformers, UPS, ASD and distribution panels
Work with operations on LOTO, Hot work permits and other site safety requirements to safely execute work on the site
Design electrical systems and equipment per industry standards, company standards and industry best practices
Oversee the implementation and installation of proper grounding for all electrical equipment
Review electrical system studies including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination and arc flash and make recommendations for improvements
Review equipment specifications and data sheets and make comments/recommendations
Review vendor data for new equipment and make comments/recommendations
Review Electrical Area Classification drawings and make comments/recommendations
Participate in FATs and SATs for new electrical equipment
Work with project teams on the execution of projects
Partner with Project Managers and Discipline managers to design and execute project plans
Attend project team meetings and vendor review meetings
Review designs for constructability in accordance with project requirements
Utilize SKM or ETAP for power system studies (as required)
Perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management.