Technical jobs in United States

JOB DESCRIPTION

Designs elements of power systems, protection, and controls. May oversee all elements of a project from start to finish, participate as a member of design team, or provide review, mentorship, and guidance for junior engineers. Investigate and solves intermediate-advanced technical problems.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Technical

• Initiates and executes electrical power systems studies & calculations such as system modeling, load flow studies, device protection & coordination, and arc flash hazard analysis.
• Prepares technical reports, client correspondence and presentations.
• Prepares detailed specifications and design documents for:

o Procurement of major electrical equipment

o Construction drawing engineering instruction packages.

• Provide technical recommendations or advice directly to clients; present design packages and report findings directly to clients.

Project Management

• ·Prepares/reviews drawings and parts lists for client review/construction, paying attention to scope, presentation, applicable standards, and technical accuracy.
• Adjusts project workplans where required, in consultation with customers.
• Manages inter-departmental communications and relationships in support of specific project needs.
• Addresses concerns and issues as they arise.
• Provides project related direction and support as needed.

Oversight

• Ensures proper document control and handling procedures are followed.
• Conducts review of technical literature and procedural documents.
• Ensures quality of engineering works within their scope of practice.
• Provides technical advice, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineers.

Sales and Customer Relations

• ·Assists customers in scoping their needs and works to reach agreement to conduct the work.
• Ensures good collaboration with other departments to meet customer and project needs.
• Maintains strong relationships with existing customers, supports them in exploring options for additional services and support

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The position requires an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Science & Engineering as well as a current and valid Professional Engineer designation. A minimum 8-10 years of engineering experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provides engineering deliverables (e.g. drawings, technical reports) internally and externally. Deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.
• Consistently sells and up-sells work and contracts to existing customers.
• Maintains profitable and long-term relations with customers.
• Projects are planned and executed to achieve strong project margins.
• The quality of work delivered meets expectations
• Issues of concern or importance are communicated to the Supervisor or Manager in a timely manner
• Shares feedback of opportunities for growth or improvement with junior employees, ensures strong development of their technical skills, and an upward career trajectory.
• Compliance with established engineering standards and practices, policies, procedures and relevant legislation and regulations.

JOB SCOPE

Possesses an identifiable professional career track (e.g. engineering, instrumentation, electrical) or knowledge in a unique field or function. Utilizes specific education and experience to support assigned elements of services, demonstrating the required professional and technical skills expected for assigned level of experience. Focuses on building credibility and a reputation for good professional work. Requires some guidance and direction but is expected to assume responsibility for a definable piece of work and take on leadership roles and/or responsibilities for tasks or projects. Stamps drawings and documents in their scope of practice.