Electrical Engineer

Company:  PTS Advance
Location: Richmond
Closing Date: 05/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Job Summary:

Our client is seeking a full-time Senior Electrical Engineer I for our Energy, Manufacturing & Bioprocessing department to join our team. This business unit supports several market sectors including but not limited to industrial food & beverage, refining, power, and advanced biofuels markets.


This candidate can sit in one of these 5 Locations/Offices:

  1. Greenwood Village, Colorado (Denver Metro)
  2. Tulsa, Oklahoma
  3. Chattanooga, Tennessee
  4. Richmond, Virginia
  5. Newport News, Virginia


What you'll do:

  • May serve as project lead on a major project and/or several projects of moderate scope with complex features.
  • Develop electrical design documents and drawings.
  • Analyze and approve the work of others. Monitor the work performed by the team.
  • Conceptual and detailed design of low voltage power distribution, lighting, grounding, motor control systems, PLC/PAC, HMI's process equipment and instrumentation.
  • Interact with clients, customers, officials, contractors and others.
  • Lead project meetings and make presentations.
  • Perform typical electrical calculations including but not limited to voltage drop, short circuit, coordination studies, arch flash, relay settings, conduit fill, lighting, and grounding.
  • Develop specifications and datasheets for electrical equipment including transformers, switchgear, MCCs.
  • Travel to client project sites to support field walk downs and as-built efforts.
  • Monitor allocated resources to ensure that the work performed is within project estimates.
  • Works with Design/Engineering Managers to ensure that project schedule will be met, and complete documents are provided for each project.


Required Qualifications:

  • Electrical engineering experience, preferably in power, energy, oil and gas or other industrial process industries.
  • Experience developing one-line drawings, control schematics and wiring diagrams, electrical equipment specifications, power plans, conduit plans, cable schedules, etc.
  • Working knowledge of technical Codes and Standards: NEC, IEEE, NFPA, IEC, etc.
  • Proficient using Microsoft Office Excel & Word.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, REVIT or other design software.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an A.B.E.T. accredited college is required.
  • PE License required.
  • Client projects for this position require US Citizenship.
  • Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and be insurable under insurance carrier.


Perks:

  • Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
  • Robust Employee Referral Program.
  • Annual performance reviews and merit increases.
  • Professional Training and Development.
  • Employee Recognition Awards.
  • Peer Mentor Program
  • And Much More!


Physical Requirements

* Requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation.

* Be able to work in an environment with open discussions and visitors without getting distracted.

* May be required to lift up to 20 lbs.

* The job requires the ability to visit industrial sites and construction sites for the intent of performing inspections and observations that may be physically demanding. These inspections and observations may be made at heights, in confined spaces, and may require the use of a respirator to perform the inspections.

* Meets expectations for attendance and punctuality.

* The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.


Benefits/Additional Information

* Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) opportunity, 401(k) options, and paid time off (PTO). This position is also eligible for annual performance and spot bonuses.

* We recognize the importance of developing top talent from within, our employees have access to a wide range of internal and external training as well as coaching and peer mentoring programs.

* An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

* Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.


Client Overview:

Employee-owned engineering, architecture, surveying, and geospatial firm, headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado. Owner/former engineering professor at the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, founded our company in 1955 in Denver. Our initial focus on structural engineering quickly expanded into power engineering, surveying and other types of engineering across Colorado. Grown to serve customers outside of Colorado, we haven't outgrown our founder's belief in the value of employee ownership: 'If a man works for himself, he is much more committed.' See our Strategic Direction here.

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