Sr. Electrical Engineer- Kiewit Power Engineering

Kiewit•Richmond, VA

20d•$143,000 - $149,000

About The Position

Kiewit Power Engineering is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for its Design Engineering department. The role supports power projects throughout North America and may be based in Lenexa, Kansas; Lone Tree, Colorado; Houston, Texas; Raleigh, North Carolina; Phoenix/Tempe, Arizona; New York City, New York; or Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey. Kiewit Engineering Group provides engineering services across power markets, including gas-fired generation, power delivery, environmental retrofits, renewables and new technology, and water/wastewater. Its engineering teams work through the project life cycle and collaborate with construction teams to deliver safe, cost-effective, innovative designs. The engineer leads engineering work on mid- to major-sized projects and proposals, performs complex calculations, applies codes and standards, reviews technical work and vendor documents, and prepares electrical engineering deliverables. The role also provides technical guidance and leadership to less experienced engineers, coordinates work with project teams and other disciplines, and helps improve designs, processes, cost, quality, and project outcomes. The position requires at least 15 years of relevant electrical engineering experience and a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
At least 15 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
Ability to self-direct work with limited supervision.
Ability to provide guidance, leadership, and training to less experienced engineers.
Ability to lead a small team in completing project tasks or designs.
Ability to work with project teams as a representative and coordinate work within the discipline department.
Ability to adjust to varying work demands and perform effectively.
Ability to develop and present well-constructed written and verbal presentations and clearly convey ideas.
Effective communication with supervisors and members of the immediate department.
Ability to collaborate across departments and involve others in problem-solving; initiate meetings with teams, other disciplines, or internal customers to clarify work.
Ability to support project teams and departments positively and productively and work with others toward shared goals.
Ability to serve as a technical resource and point of contact for internal or external customers.
Knowledge of industry codes, guidelines, and regulatory standards, including NEC, NFPA, and API.
Regular, reliable attendance; timely and productive work; professional communication; safe work practices; and ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work during normal operating hours and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ETAP Electrical Power System Analysis software.
Knowledge of power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and relay coordination.

Responsibilities

Perform complex calculations and correctly apply standards without supervision; take the lead when working with peers.
Review engineering and design documents prepared by engineers and designers as needed for projects.
Use critical analytical skills, sound decision-making, and data analysis.
Review vendor documents to verify that specifications and data-sheet requirements are met.
Lead mid- to large-sized projects or proposals.
Develop and lead efforts to improve designs and reduce costs.
Evaluate multiple solutions and make decisions based on data analysis.
Manage several assignments simultaneously.
Apply techniques and technologies to improve processes and business results.
Use industry and company standards to design and engineer effectively.
Serve as a resource to less experienced engineers and provide guidance, leadership, and training.
Review interpretations and applications of standards, including the NEC, and lead teams in applying codes and standards.
Lead teams in identifying scope changes during mid- to large-sized projects.
Develop design changes as needed to maintain project budget and schedule.
Recognize and address customer needs.
Perform assigned work efficiently and effectively to maximize productivity.
Lead quality checks of engineering and design work on mid- to major-sized projects to ensure accuracy.
Establish technical credibility and demonstrate team leadership ability.
Prioritize time to meet team commitments and individual work requirements.
Prepare engineering deliverables such as one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment data sheets, hazardous-area classification drawings, and electrical power studies using ETAP.
Lead a small team in completing project tasks or designs.
Represent the discipline on project teams and coordinate work within the discipline department.
Communicate work through clear written and verbal presentations and collaborate across departments and with internal and external customers.
Work overtime and weekends as required, and potentially at varying locations and conditions.