Senior Project Engineer - Power

Professional Engineering Consultants•Kansas City, MO

12h

About The Position

The Senior Project Engineer will be responsible for executing multiple projects on time and on budget and directing other design professionals in Power Engineering. The Senior Project Engineer will also work with other design disciplines internally and externally to develop engineering solutions for PEC’s clients. This position will be responsible for providing design deliverables for a variety of projects, while maintaining PEC’s standard of excellence.

Requirements

Minimum of a B.S. in Electrical Engineering Degree from an accredited college is required
Minimum twelve (12) years of experience in engineering required
Experience with computer aided calculation and modeling using industry accepted software
Experience in utility transmission and/or distribution projects is required.
Experience with codes and regulations, interpreting plans, and design discipline specific project components
Professional Engineering (PE) license in the location of practice is required
Experience specific to electrical transmission and distribution design.
Ability to work independently and with others, with minimal supervision
Proven attention to detail and accuracy in preparing engineering plans, reports, and documentation
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Knowledge and skill in determining project requirements, setting project scope of work, determining design budgets, determining preliminary construction budgets, and review of contracts
Proven work ethic
Experience with computer aided drafting and modeling using industry accepted software as described below: AutoDesk AutoCAD, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, Bluebeam Revu, Power distribution modeling software such as SKM Power Tools, EasyPower, ETAP, CYMCAP, PLS-CADD, etc.
Experience with relevant codes, regulations, standards, interpreting plans, and design discipline specific project components as they relate to industrial or electrical utility systems
Experience with E&I documents and deliverables in conformance with project specifications, scope of work, design parameters, codes, and industry practices

Nice To Haves

Experience with protection and control preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for project completion, in accordance with quality assurance policies, standards and project specifications
Develop E&I documents and deliverables in conformance with project specifications, scope of work, design parameters, codes, and industry practices
Develop electrical drawings and documents including one-line drawings, schematics, power plans, hazard classification maps, cable routing (cable tray/raceways), cable and conduit schedules, grounding, and lighting plans
Assist in the preparation of project proposals, cost estimates, and feasibility studies
Perform and/or directs engineering design, coordination with other design staff for construction documents and specification production, in compliance with building codes, construction administration, and development of reports/studies
Use experience, education, and judgement to make informed decisions. Retains knowledge and builds on previous experiences to increase capabilities in breadth and complexity
Organize multiple projects and tasks and complete them in a timely manner, on schedule, and per PEC Standards. Oversees tasks that have been delegated to other engineers and support staff
Serve as an advisor to the Project Manager, identifying and communicating any potential risk to the project in a timely fashion
Perform and/or direct power systems analysis using hand and software, including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, coordination and step-touch studies
Prepare material take-offs
Respond to technical inquiries from customers, vendors, and field personnel with minimal supervision
Review project contracts, schedules, and requirements to determine staffing, deliverables, and deadlines
Oversee tasks that have been delegated to other engineers and support staff
Perform quality control reviews at appropriate milestones
Mentor, train and develop less experienced staff
Travel from time- to-time. Travel may be for projects, training, or other work-related duties
Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion