Description
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Determine well-defined methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing
data relating to substation components and primary electrical facilities,
equipment specifications for procurement package development and pricing,
IFR/IFC detailed design and review processes, and NEC/IEEE/NESC
Standards/NERC regulations for design work.
Review and advise on third-party design documents, procurement lists, and
project
Develop and design relay and protection systems for high-voltage and
medium-voltage power networks to include full system coordination on both the
primary and secondary side of multiple project types.
Perform fault analysis, load flow studies, and relay coordination studies
to ensure system reliability and protection.
Perform professional and more complex electrical engineering work relating to
the design of single line, three line, wiring diagrams, protection and
coordination, general arrangement, substation layout and bus
arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in conformance
with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
Experience in CT/PT metering and applications for utility connections and
grid ties for renewable energy projects.
Routinely size and specify transformers for respective project applications.
Routinely work with Transmission and Distribution Engineers to develop both
Distribution and Transmission related projects ranging from 7.2/12.5 kV
Distribution to 230 kV (or higher) Transmission
Possess familiarity with utility type primary underground distribution systems
operating at both 200 amp load break and 600 amp dead break interfaces.
Perform conductor and ampacity related studies to specify project conductors
and cables for overhead and underground applications.
Experience in harmonics analysis related to VFD's and other equipment for
proper filtering to meet IEEE standards
Conducting volt dip/volt drop analysis for motor starts
Incorporate sustainable techniques, concept development, operating
strategies, and various design requirements with equipment sizing and
cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching design strategies
that account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and
infras
Support senior engineers and project managers with research and
recommendations of components identified in design requirements, as well as
field equipment applications and operations.
Verify the characteristics of a site, providing technical input and guidance
on various environmental, design, testing maintenance modifications, and
construction procedures and issues.
Develop electrical calculations for a variety of load types, equipment
sizing, grounding touch and step potentials, short circuit study,
protective device coordination, one-line diagram development, protective
relaying, and substation switchyard layouts.
Perform arc flash studies
Develop plans, specifications, and cost estimates; preparing
construction safety and phasing plans/diagrams and updating electrical
infrastructure layout plans that require coordination with owners, other
disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers,
planners, scientific, and construction professionals to execute project
work on multiple concurrent projects, assist with laying out
installations, calculating costs and quantities of
material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with
specifications, permit applications, compliance documentation, and
regulatory and technical analysis
Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate
reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for the
interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.
Maintain a high level of quality and responsiveness to client requirements in
alignment with standards.
Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers a d technicians.
Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research,
findings, and recommendations to improve, prevent, control, restore,
or address design and/or construction issues or opportunities. Ability to
engage in presenting to clients and customers.
Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained
during field investigations, offering input with developing action plans for
moderate- to high-level risk mitigation activities.
Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including
tracking hours and expenses for project work is preferred.
Prepare and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs) preferred.
Comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to the data integrity,
documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, and record
compliance and retention.
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a
confident and professional manner.
Remain current in latest electrical engineering techniques and
Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with
infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally
funded improvement and development projects.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds,
resources and conduct, and adhere to KLJ's Code of Conduct and related
policies and
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical
3 to 7 years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer
providing design deliverables for large capital projects.
Professional Engineering Licensure required or ability to get licensed within
3 months.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. The