Senior Electrical Engineer

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for gathering and analyzing technical data used to prepare basic electrical engineering designs for client projects including:
Power, Lighting & Electrical Distribution, Electrical One-Line Drawings, Electrical Load Studies, Protective Relaying, Arc Flash Studies, Power Equipment List (Transformers, Switchgear, Motors, UPS etc.), Area Classification, and other Electrical Drawings (Schematics, Heat Trace, etc.). This individual is expected to fulfill the requirements of the position and understands that the design process includes visiting clients’ facilities where they may be expected to perform physical work.

PLEASE NOTE:
We do NOT design any residential, commercial, or retail projects. Successful candidates will have INDUSTRIAL structural design experience. This is also a hybrid position, and remote candidates cannot be considered. Relocation assistance is offered on a case-by-case basis.

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to accomplish each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Responsible for Engineering Calculations and Plan Development
• Leads other Designers and Engineers on a Project Team, maintaining effective communication with project team members, other departments, suppliers and clients
• Collects and prepares data/information and performs detailed engineering calculations
• Specifies power system equipment, switch gear, unit substations, motor control centers, drive systems, grounding systems, and lighting systems
• Create electrical load studies, control schematics, and electrical engineering details
• Utilizes computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks
• Assists in field work by directing and coordinating operation, checking installations, problem solving, maintenance and repair of equipment and systems
• Serves as a Project Lead for single discipline projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, making staff recommendations, and checking drawings
• Maintains compliance with all Chemstress policies, procedures, and standards
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly
• Accepts other duties as assigned

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET Accredited University is required, PE preferred
• Field experience
• Twelve (12) to Thirty (30) years working in one or more of the following service areas:
  Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Polymers, Utility, Energy, and Manufacturing
• Knowledgeable in protective relaying and short circuit studies, lighting systems, power systems equipment specifications, NFPA 30, NEC or NFPA 70, applicable building codes, arc flash, hazardous area classifications for process industries, and wiring practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), Revit, and AutoCAD (3D preferred), Easy Power or similar modeling software.
• Experience with P & ’s, PFD’s, loop diagrams, installation details, conduit and cable schedules

• Applicants must be located in the United States and legally authorized to work in the country. Employer sponsorship for work authorization (H-1B visa) may be available for qualified candidates.
• Authorize a background investigation, including verification of past employment, criminal history, and educational background
• Submit to a drug test post offer
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Accepts that this position may require some domestic overnight travel
• Must be willing and able to commute to office location at least 3 days per week
• Must be able to collaborate with others in an on-site, team environment
• Must have reliable, consistent, and punctual work-site attendance
• Must be able to utilize the required technology such as computers, phones, and tablets to complete job duties
• Must be an organized, self-starter
• Must be organized and able to independently manage time effectively
• Must be able to handle varying workloads and the variable stress-levels associated with said workload
• Must be able to meet quality and productivity standards required by the company

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses are offered on a case-by-base basis.

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Health care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life & AD&D insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid jury duty
• Bereavement leave pay
• Tuition assistance