Associate Electrical Engineer - Data Center

Veolia; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking an Associate Project Engineer in Fredericksburg, VA. Candidates will oversee the commissioning of electrical systems and assist in various project activities. You should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant experience in commissioning. The position requires good communication and organizational skills, while travel is expected 50% to 80% of the time. Competitive benefits and an inclusive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in commissioning with mission-critical project experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning of electrical systems.
• Assist with preparing plans for commissioning execution.
• Conduct functional testing of electrical equipment.

Skills

Organized

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Problem-solving

Good communication

Education

AE/BSc in Electrical Engineering

1 year of experience in commissioning

Job description

Company Description

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose:

Associate Project Engineer – Performs commissioning of electrical systems. Must be a self-motivated & energetic professional. Must be willing to learn electrical systems design & construction. Must be willing to learn commissioning process of electrical systems ranging in size, rating and complexity. Candidate will be responsible for reviewing project information; executing daily field activities; maintaining project documentation; and assisting the Project Engineer. This role requires the candidate to have organizational skills, a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and adapt, and is expected to work well in a team environment.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Commission electrical distribution equipment and related controls, primarily in data center environments, including medium voltage systems.
• Assist with preparing plans and procedures for execution of the commissioning process.
• Conduct commissioning activities from the design phase through the occupation phase, in accordance with client requirements and industry commissioning process best practices.
• Attend factory testing of equipment and document procedures and results.
• Conduct functional testing of equipment and measure results using test instrumentation.
• Fully document all field procedures including results, issues and observations either via company provided templates or online applications.
• Comment on equipment & system performance.
• Assist with submitting and maintaining daily commissioning reports.
• Comply with company, client, and project safety requirements.
• Be willing and able to learn about and perform basic functional tests on building equipment, including, but not limited to:
• Generator
• Medium / Low Voltage Transformer (XFMR)
• Battery Systems
• Low Voltage Switchgear (SWGR)
• Low Voltage Main Switchboards (MSB)
• Automatic and Semi-Automatic Switching Controls
• Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS)
• Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS)
• Power Distribution Unit (PDU)
• Busways
• Remote Power Panel (RPP)
• Grounding Systems
• Lighting Control Systems

Work Environment:

• Travel nationwide 50% - 80% if not assigned locally; may have periods of higher travel expectation.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

• AE/BSc in Electrical Engineering with less than one year with mission critical project experience

OR

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in commissioning with mission critical project experience, or relevant and applicable industry experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, proactive, problem solver.
• Good communication and relationship skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable performance and professional presentation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Be able to work well in a team environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk up to 5 miles per day.
• Carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to wear required PPE daily.

Additional Information

Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.