As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will elevate your career and make a significant impact by leading projects that craft cutting-edge solutions for diverse clients. At Powell, a Senior Electrical Engineer holding a minimum of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or a related engineering discipline with a focus on power, will be the "technical face" on projects from concept to completion. You will be working with clients to design custom Low and Medium Voltage Switchgear & Control Solutions to meet their technical specifications and quality standards within the constraints of the budget and the schedule. Additionally, a Senior Electrical Engineer stays updated on industry trends. Finally, you will join a team that fosters a supportive environment, continuous learning and development where your expertise will not only be appreciated but recognized and rewarded.
Essential Responsibilities
+ Independently complete standard projects to match client specifications and requirements
+ Draft electrical construction drawings using AutoCAD in conjunction with our in-house mechanical and wiring teams
+ Apply design knowledge to engineer 480V through 5kv Motor Control, and 480V through 38kV Switchgear along with other miscellaneous equipment
+ Work with the Project Management team to help interpret project write-ups, client specifications, drawings, and other correspondence during the life of the project
+ Create and validate Bills of Materials for client submittal and approval
+ Complete self and peer design reviews to verify accuracy and completeness of designs before issuing projects to Powell's manufacturing floor for construction
+ Mentor junior engineers in their team
+ Provide technical support in client meetings
+ Coordinate with purchasing and suppliers to specify & approve component parts and assemblies
+ Provide prompt notification to supervisor and project management for issues that impact scope, budget, and schedule
+ Coordinate with the electrical design team, and the mechanical engineering team for the final design and construction package to include wiring diagrams, one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control schemes, and mechanical layouts of the project
+ Create AC and DC schematics, door component layouts, wiring diagrams, and one-line diagrams for project approval, construction and As-Built's drawing submittals
+ Provide technical support as necessary for sales, application engineering, and inspection teams throughout the life of the project
+ Assist fellow production engineers in solving problems on a daily basis
+ Adhere to Powell's policies and procedures, work instructions, ISO policies, Safety Rules and Regulations
+ Meet regularly with clients, suppliers and OEMs
Minimum Qualifications
+ BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology or related area
+ Minimum 4-8 years of experience in an Engineering role
+ Advanced drafting/ACAD skills
+ Proficient in electrical SWGR design and control schemes.
+ Proficient in understanding power systems and relay applications as applied to switchgear products
Required Experience Is Proportionate With the Selected Job Level
+ The Engineer level requires a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 0-3 years of relevant job related experience
+ The Senior Engineer level requires a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 4-8 years of relevant job related experience
+ The Lead Engineer level requires Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 7-10 years of relevant job related experience
Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements
+ Ability to manage & prioritize multiple projects, schedules and budgets in a fast-paced environment
+ Solid organization, communication, presentation and planning skills
+ Experience in carrying out engineering development types of tasks and addressing production issues
+ Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others in a cross-functional team environment
+ Highly self-motivated in working on "first-of-its-kind" projects that require resilience and tenacity
+ Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to troubleshoot complex system-level problems
+ Solid understanding of one-line and three-line drawings, control schematics, and point to point wiring diagrams
+ Familiarity with power distribution equipment (three phase systems, relays, transformers, control switches, etc.)
+ Good understanding of 480V through 38kV electrical distribution and switchgear operation
+ Familiar with applicable sections of the National Electric Code and other codes and standards such as IEEE, ANSI and UL
+ Able to form and apply cost competitive techniques to develop the most cost-effective solution for the engineered to order product
+ Possess a strong customer service commitment
+ Proficient at project specification and drawing reviews (i.e., acquired knowledge of specifica