Critical Systems Engineer

Critical Systems Engineer

The Critical Systems Engineer provides onsite field coordination, supervision, and project management support for the operation of airport critical electrical infrastructure and supporting systems. This role oversees the management of mission-critical electrical equipment and power systems vital to airport operations, including power distribution, UPS systems, generators, switch gear, PDUs, and associated life safety and building management systems. You will lead the integration and management of electrical systems and the physical environment, addressing issues related to power infrastructure, life safety, mechanical integration, and system redundancy while ensuring the highest standards of operational reliability and safety compliance.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Analyze and report discrepancies and trends in electrical system performance to the operations team and key stakeholders, managing preventative and emergency maintenance schedules for all critical electrical systems while identifying backup and replacement inventory needs.
• Oversee all maintenance schedules and coordinate with external providers and electrical subcontractors to ensure high standards of service delivery, proper equipment installation, and high-quality maintenance across all critical systems.
• Provide on-call support (24/7) to promptly address critical electrical incidents and emergencies, troubleshooting electrical emergencies, equipment malfunctions, and technical issues to organize swift resolutions that minimize impact on airport operations.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Recovery Procedures (ERPs), and Method of Procedures (MOPs) to ensure consistency and best practices for airport critical electrical infrastructure operations.
• Manage and oversee all scheduled maintenance activities (monthly, bi-monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, and annually) for critical electrical equipment, including generator operating tests and load bank testing, UPS/ATS/STS transfer tests and operation, switch gear inspections and testing, power quality monitoring and analysis, and infrared thermography inspections.
• Provide field technical support related to redundancy, reliability, and maintainability for the airport's critical electrical infrastructure, focusing on meeting current operational needs, preparing for future electrical demands, contributing to long-term strategic planning, and achieving equipment uptime while identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Serve as the administrator for onsite Critical Facility safety compliance, including Qualified Electrical Worker training and NFPA standards, while conducting inspections of critical infrastructure to ensure operational readiness and providing ongoing technical support and vendor oversight to ensure service level agreements are met.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field
• 3 to 5 years of direct industry experience in electrical engineering, specifically managing critical power systems, electrical distribution, and mission-critical infrastructure in operational environments
• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems within critical facilities, including power distribution, UPS systems, generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS), static transfer switches (STS), and emergency power systems
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems, building controls, fire safety, and security systems as they integrate with electrical infrastructure
• Proficiency in Building Automation Systems (BAS) and integrated facility management platforms
• Technical proficiency in planning and scheduling, with excellent organizational skills
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to lead and coordinate meetings and effectively facilitate progress toward achieving scheduled goals
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and adaptability
• Ability to work cooperatively with internal airport administration groups and effectively engage with customers and contractors to reach mutually acceptable terms and conditions
• Proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Project

Preferred Qualifications:

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