Project Electrical Engineer

Do you want to be part of a team that is making a positive difference in lives all across the globe? Do you want to be part of a culture where you are recognized, respected, and rewarded for a job well done? U.S. Pipe has been providing quality water and wastewater products since 1899, and for the past 120 years we have proudly supported local governments, municipalities, water departments, and businesses all across the United States, and the world.

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  Join a team-oriented environment where collaboration is not just a buzzword but a priority.
• Career Growth:
  Be part of an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to the next level.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family.

U.S. Pipe is seeking a Project Electrical Engineer to support a large modernization project at our locations. The Project Mechanical Engineer will review project drawings, specifications and submittals for compliance with U.S Pipe standards, codes and standards and contract requirements prior to the start of construction. During construction the Project Electrical Engineer will verify that the installation conforms with the project requirements and ultimately support the successful commissioning of the new facility.

Upon completion of this project, this position will either transition into the plant or corporate engineering team.

The position will require travel (approximately 10% travel requirement)

• Ensure contractors act safely by actively engaging with personnel to foster a culture where safety is openly discussed and continuously improved.
• As a member of the U.S. Pipe project team, coordinate with team members and plant personnel to ensure the design and construction support a fully functional facility
• Review/comment/approve electrical drawings, submittals, specifications and other documents prepared by the General Contractor
• Review General Contractor Requests For Information (RFI’s) and develop appropriate responses
• Monitor and quality check General Contractor’s electrical construction
• Support commissioning activities to ensure proper and timely startup of the new facility
• Prepare electrical punch list items and verify proper correction prior to final acceptance

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field. Will consider combination of post‑secondary education and experience in lieu of preferred degree.
• 3-5 years of experience in electrical engineering or related role.
• Experience with medium voltage power distribution including switch gear and transformers.
• Experience with low voltage (480
  
  VAC) power distribution, motor control and variable frequency drives (VFD).
• Experience with PLC systems and HMI/SCADA systems.
• Project Management experience.
• Experience working on construction sites; heavy industrial facilities preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office products and the ability to design electrical systems using CAD software, preferably AutoCAD.
• Excellent communications skills with ability to present technical information.
• Experience with 15kV power distribution equipment and Allen‑Bradley VFD’s and PLC’s preferred.