Sr. Power System Engineer

Now Hiring•Selkirk, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Power Systems Engineer provides applied electrical engineering and technical expertise for customers in the areas of power systems studies, power quality analysis, installation, startup, maintenance, and repair. This role involves performing power system engineering assessments, providing technical expertise, assessing results, and preparing written reports. The engineer will also perform electrical design improvements, meet customers on-site to identify needs, provide engineering cost estimates and bid proposals, and implement safe, dependable, and cost-effective electrical systems. Additionally, the role includes providing technical support and quality control, interpreting power system wiring diagrams, adhering to electrical safety procedures, and demonstrating a solid theoretical understanding of electricity and problem-solving aptitude.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 5 years of experience.
Previous professional experience in power engineering studies and design experience in industrial projects is preferred.
Experience with electric power systems, short-circuit, protective coordination, load flow, arc flash hazard analysis.
Knowledge of a power system analysis software.
Proven skills in written and oral communication of technical topics.
Self-management of assigned projects and job cost accountability to perform work within budgeted cost estimates.
Interpret specs to our customer requests to design technical solutions.
Short-Circuit, LV/MV Coordination, Arc Flash.
Ability to run medium studies and projects unassisted.
Knowledge of various industry standards such as: NETA, NEC, OSHA and NFPA.
Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
Strong communication (written and oral).
Able to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
Able to work with various people throughout the organization-Customer Focused.
Focus on accuracy and efficiencies.
For positions that utilize a company vehicle, will be required to have a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Previous professional experience in power engineering studies and design experience in industrial projects.

Responsibilities

Perform power system engineering assessments of electric power systems in the areas of proficiency of protection, short-circuit calculation, arc-flash hazard analysis, design improvements of medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems.
Mentor Power Systems Engineers as directed.
Provide Technical expertise to internal/external customers as business need dictates.
Assess results and prepare written report of findings, proposals, and improvement solutions.
Perform electrical design improvements primarily to support upgrades of facilities’ electrical distribution system in conjunction with needs determined in the assessment stage.
Meet customers on-site and review and identify their needs; Provide Engineering cost estimates and bid proposals.
Utilize Engineering skills and applicable codes and standards to implement electrical systems that are safe, dependable, and cost-effective.
Provide technical support and quality control for assigned projects.
Proficient in reading and accurately interpreting power system wiring diagrams including DC elementary drawings.
Work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures such as LOTO.
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with customers and peers.
Work effectively with customers, peers and management to resolve client issues.
Other duties as assigned by manager.