Power Engineer II
Davis H. Elliot Company
- Florence, KY
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide detailed physical design of electric distribution systems to include one-line diagrams, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications, grounding system design conduit and cable sizing/routing, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, physical layouts, construction cost estimates and project scheduling.
- Act as the project engineer for multiple projects and direct the work of drafters.
- Perform engineering design & equipment specification functions for distribution projects from 480V to 35 kV.
- Specify, review, inspect, and approve electrical equipment to be used in distribution systems.
- Review & maintain engineering oversight of physical design, including bus design, equipment ratings, and safety/maintenance clearances.
- Conduct technical evaluations on procured equipment and perform witness testing for major equipment, such as power transformers, breakers and instrument transformers.
- Perform necessary calculations in support of engineering designs, including short circuit, step & touch potential, battery sizing, thermal rating of equipment, etc. Prepare backup design documentation with calculations.
- Complex problem solving at customer facilities to include a convolution of power monitoring, power analysis, troubleshooting, and best installation practices.
- Evaluate, monitor, direct, and manage outside contractors and vendors.
- Interpret and apply engineering principles.
- Interface and collaborate with Civil/Structural engineers and provide technical support as required.
- Display strong communication and interpersonal skills and has the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
- Preparing equipment specifications, analyzing bids, and making recommendations for purchase;
- Developing scope of work, conceptual design for the projects, and execution plans
- Preparing engineering and construction cost and man-hour estimates and schedules;
- Meeting and corresponding with clients or outside personnel
- Support construction of substations and equipment commissioning
- Detailed electrical engineering analysis to include Short Circuit, Equipment Evaluation, Coordination, Arc Flash, Load Flow, Harmonic, and Power Quality Analysis.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
- 1+ years of progressive experience in design of electrical distribution engineering projects
- Specific experience performing all aspects associated with electrical distribution design, including: design criteria, equipment specifications, one line diagrams, general arrangements, sections, grounding, conduit plans, foundation plans, material lists, relay and control systems, control schematics and wiring diagrams
- Sound working knowledge of applicable NETA, ANSI/IEEE, NFPA70E, and NEC standards for design
- Excellent interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communications skills.
- Willing to travel as needed to project site (less than 20%)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment and to coordinate the work of various engineering disciplines and contractors to complete an integrated project.
- Thorough understanding of protection and control design, including the ability to create settings for relays.
- Knowledge of maintenance testing and able to interpret test results.
- Experienced AutoCAD user.
- Software experience including SKM Powertools, ETAP, Easy Power, PSCAD, Windmill, CYME, Aspen, PSS/E or other power system modeling software a plus.
- Professional Engineer license (P.E.) or Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification
- 3+ years of progressive experience in design of electrical distribution systems
- Experience in EPC project delivery, Construction, Startup & Commissioning experience 480V to 35 kV experience
- Demonstrated experience in detailed physical design of air insulated electric substations from 35 kV and up.
- Experience with high voltage substation EPC
- Experience in system studies
- Experience in both Electric Utility, Industrial, and consulting engineering environments
- Experience with large capacitor bank installations, including Series Compensation/FACTS installations and Static VAR compensation a plus
- In depth comprehension of syncrophasors, stability and symmetrical components
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance w/ additional Voluntary Life Insurance
- 401K w/ company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program
- Paid Vacation
- Servant Leadership Training
- Uniforms and PPE provided