[Hiring] Senior Electrical Project Engineer @Weston Solutions

Role Description

The Senior Electrical Engineer provides coordination of project execution and control to achieve continuity of purpose to meet scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality goals from project start through construction completion and warranty period. The position is responsible for leading the planning and development of engineering tasks for assigned proposals and projects.

• Completes engineering designs, technical research, construction drawings, specifications, Basis of Design, Design Quality Control Plans, calculations, reports, and quality control reviews.
• Coordinates, completes, and communicates project design scope, schedule, budget, quality, and status both internally and externally to clients, regulatory agencies, and contractors.
• Assures the efficient and expeditious completion of projects to the client's satisfaction.
• Assists the Project Manager in estimating and tracking project deliverables, costs, schedule, quality, and safety.
• Supervises and coordinates a design team for assigned projects or provides technical support during field investigations.
• Responsible for all design decisions of the projects assigned and for checking the work of professional and technical staff.
• Technical involvement includes design preparation and checking of calculations.
• Selects equipment and material for projects and/or approves manufacturer's shop drawings.
• Consults and advises clients on methods, equipment, and other items pertinent to their project.
• Monitors and evaluates contractor's performance through field investigations or review of field data.
• Responsible for maintaining and expanding technical capabilities and know-how on design projects.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering with at least 10 years of experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer with active NCEES account and ability to quickly obtain registration in additional states as required.
• Experience with medium-voltage electrical systems, including utility interconnections, substations, switchgear, protective relaying, underground distribution, and power system studies (SKM, ETAP, EasyPower) is preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience with EVSE, microgrids, solar energy facilities, backup generators, backup battery systems, or data centers is a plus.
• A DoD security clearance is required for this position or the ability to obtain one.
• Understanding CAD programs including AutoDesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
• Understanding 3D modeling in CAD is a plus.
• Understanding of Bentley MicroStation and ERSI Arc Map is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software.

Requirements

• Assigns tasks to and directs engineers, technicians, and administrative staff.
• Uses standard company tools to evaluate profitability and track project budgets, schedules, safety, and quality.
• Able to complete requests for subcontractor and vendor quotes, develop written scopes of work (RFP) for bid packages, obtain and evaluate quotes, and manage subcontractors and vendors.
• Able to respond to client RFPs with written technical approach and market competitive pricing for engineering, design, services during construction, and technical support during warranty periods.
• Experience leading the development of design and construction projects, developing project sequence, identifying staff requirements, mentoring, and training junior staff serving as the lead project engineer.
• Ability to complete arc flash studies using SKM, ETAP or equivalent software.
• Capable of developing language for arc flash panel labels using arc flash studies or code tables.
• Demonstrated understanding and awareness of health and safety practices and design for safety approaches.
• Ability to complete and maintain OHSA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and 8-hour annual refresher training.
• Current OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour construction safety certification is a plus.
• Effective organizational skills to maintain deliverables, analytical results, and field notes in project files.
• Effective oral and communication skills to assist with report writing, proposal preparation, and engineering/construction cost estimates.
• Able to work effectively with project teams and direct Engineering Assistants on design and investigative tasks.
• Active member of professional organization suited to specific practice area is a plus (i.e., SAME, IEEE, etc.).
• Able to analyze, interpret and present data.
• Able to meet time sensitive deadlines and carry out multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Maintains a valid driver’s license, passport, and can travel.
• Experience using UFC, UFGS, SpecsIntact, and RMS for design and construction projects is a plus.
• USACE Quality Management for Construction Projects (CQC) certification and experience working as design quality control manager and field quality control manager is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with base and matching employer stock contributions.
• Paid time off includes personal, holiday, and parental.
• Life and disability plans.
• Critical illness and accident plans.
• Work/Life flexibility.
• Professional development opportunities.