Apprentice Electrical Design Engineer

RMS Energy Co, LLC; Wisconsin Rapids (WI); Remote; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work environment

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with match

Generous paid vacation and holidays

Educational assistance and training

Job summary

RMS Energy Co., LLC is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join our nationwide power systems team. You will design electrical power systems, provide protection and control expertise, perform studies, and support installation, startup, and maintenance activities.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with power systems coursework, and is proficient in SKM PowerTools, ETAP, EasyPower, AutoCAD, and MS Office. Travel and remote work options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• Internship or prior experience in power industry preferred.
• Familiarity with electrical systems, wiring, and equipment.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with SKM, ETAP, EasyPower, or AutoCAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create written specifications for electrical and substation equipment upgrades.
• Perform short-circuit, coordination, and arc flash analyses.
• Generate drawing packages and installation plans for equipment upgrades.
• Provide design of control circuits for breakers and transformers.
• Develop relay settings for electromechanical and electronic relays.
• Review customer power systems and provide improvement recommendations.
• Analyze power quality data to determine causes and mitigations.
• Travel to jobsite to collect data and support installation and commissioning.
• Provide technical expertise to field services teams.
• Understand hazards and work safely around electrical equipment.

Skills

Power system design

Electrical engineering

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Power systems coursework

Tools

SKM PowerTools

ETAP

EasyPower

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

RMS Energy Co., LLC is a nationwide provider of turn-key services to the power industry. From routine maintenance, inspection, and repairs to equipment design, engineering, and installation, RMS Energy offers a variety of solutions to fit the power related needs of our customers.

To help facilitate our expanding business, RMS Energy is currently seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join our dynamic and fast-growing team. Our electrical design engineers provide electrical power system design, application, and technical expertise in areas such as power system protection and controls, power system studies, power quality analysis, installation, startup, maintenance, and repair. For more information about RMS Energy, please visit www.rmsenergy.com.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering design and analysis for electrical power systems. Examples of possible project duties include:
  • Create written specifications for electrical and substation equipment such as motor control centers, switchboards, switchgear, transformers, and circuit breakers.
  • Perform short-circuit, coordination, and arc flash hazard analysis.
  • Generate drawing packages and installation plans for electrical and substation equipment upgrades including protective relay replacements.
  • Provide design of control circuits for circuit breakers, transformers, and other substation equipment.
  • Develop relay settings for both electromechanical and modern electronic relays.
  • Provide review of existing customer power systems and provide recommendations for improvement, upgrade, and/or expansion.
  • Analyze power quality data and event capture data to determine cause of customer issue and provide recommendations for mitigation.
• Travel to jobsite as needed to meet with customers and collect data necessary for completion of design.
• Travel to jobsite as needed to direct and support installation and commissioning activities.
• Provide technical expertise to field services teams, occasionally assisting field services teams in the field.
• Must understand electrical system hazards and be able and willing to work safely around electrical equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
• Previous work experience or an internship in electrical engineering within the power industry is preferred, or completion of coursework in power systems or related subjects.
• Familiarity of electrical systems, wiring, and all necessary equipment.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Software experience preferred but not required:
  • Experience with SKM PowerTools, ETAP, EasyPower, AutoCAD, and/or other electrical modeling tools
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, business acumen, management ability
• Employs professional and effective communication in dealing with internal and external stakeholders
• Manages time efficiently with the ability to work and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines
• Self-driven and exhibits the ability to work with minimal supervision

Other Requirements

• Ability to work remotely
• 10-15% travel required
• Valid Driver’s license with clean driving record

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible work environment.
• Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits at the start of the month following hire date.
• Safe harbor 401(k) plan with a 3% non-elective contribution and free investment consultation.
• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Educational Assistance Program, to include paid memberships in professional associations, conference and training opportunities.
• Employee Assistance program which offers support on finances, legal, and counseling.
• Wellness incentives through our healthcare provider.
• Fast growing company with great potential for career growth.

Working Conditions

This job requires the ability to respond to 24/7 call outs and to work extended hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed. Work may be conducted outdoors in all weather conditions, near low-, medium-, and high-voltage equipment and heavy machinery, in areas with elevations in excess of 100 feet, and confined spaces adhering to strict safety protocols. Exposure to loud noises from machinery is common, necessating the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). This job involves risk of electrical shock. This job requires frequent travel between RMS facilities and customer sites.

Physical Requirements

The position demands physical mobility to navigate uneven surfaces, the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, fine motor skills for handling small components and tools, and the capability to climb ladders and work at heights. Sustained physical effort, including standing, bending, pushing, digging, pulling, kneeling, crawling and reaching for extended periods, is required. Good vision, including color vision and depth perception, and the ability to hear alarms and communications in noisy environments are essential. Additionally, proficiency in speaking, hearing, reading, and typing in English is required for effective communication and documentation.

At RMS Energy, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and success. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, RMS Energy is dedicated to employing the best people, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. Our inclusive policies ensure that every team member has equal opportunities for growth and advancement, fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive. Join us in powering a diverse and equitable future!