PRINCIPAL POWER ENGINEER

Overview

We are a renowned electrical power and control systems engineering firm looking to hire a qualified Principal Power Engineer in Long Beach, CA. This position will contribute to the expansion of our electrical power capabilities.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in developing comprehensive electrical construction and specification packages suitable for approval by a Professional Engineer and authority plan check. This should include:
  • Conducting load studies
  • Creating single line diagrams
  • Preparing plot plan and area/building detail diagrams
  • Designing lighting systems
  • Ensuring proper grounding
  • Developing conduit and cable schedules
  • Writing construction specifications
  • Designing equipment and installation details
  • Additional experience in the following drawings is preferred:
    • Area classification drawings
    • Creating motor/breaker schematics and wiring diagrams
    • Implementing lightning protection measures
  • Thorough knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), IEEE 3000 Series (formerly known as color books), and API 500 (preferred)
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Excel
  • Prior experience with power system modeling tools such as ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower is preferred
  • Experience with electrical power relay settings generation and implementation is preferred, particularly with GE Multilin and SEL
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam Completion... Preferred: Professional Engineer License or ability to obtain licensure within 2 years

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of electrical power load studies
• Oversee the creation of comprehensive electrical power construction packages that can be approved by a Professional Engineer and submitted for authority plan check
• Develop comprehensive electrical power specifications for company construction packages
• Create bills of material for electrical power equipment and collaborate with vendors for pricing
• Perform field verification walkthroughs, including as-building existing Electrical and E&I infrastructure
• Conduct factory acceptance testing on electrical power equipment
• Execute start-up and commissioning, troubleshooting electrical power and E&I systems as necessary
• Provide after hours support for internal/external clients as needed
• Collaborate with Project Manager(s) to ensure quality of deliverables, maintain budget, etc. Keep Project Manager(s) informed of technical progress, issues, and change order requirements
• Assist Project Manager(s) in developing cost estimates and proposals for new projects, providing technical expertise and guidance in cost allocation for labor, expenses, and procurement items
• Travel approximately 25%, including air travel