Electrical/Controls Engineer II Energy

Jobgether; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) matching

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking an Electrical/Controls Engineer II – Energy based in the United States. The position contributes to design, development, and implementation of electrical power and control systems for complex energy projects, with a base in Richland, Washington.

You will work on distribution, motor control centers, power circuits, and equipment specs, collaborating across disciplines to ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance while supporting installation, testing, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with power/controls focus.
• At least 5 years of electrical engineering experience.
• Experience with low-voltage power distribution preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical power system design software.
• Understanding of electrical engineering principles in plant environments.
• Familiarity with industry codes, standards, and regulations.
• Strong communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• CAD skills are an advantage.
• Ability to manage technical deliverables and schedules.
• Commitment to environmental health and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Electrical Engineering Design: Apply principles to design electrical power and control systems.
• Engineering Calculations and Compliance: Load calculations and short-circuit analyses.
• Technical Documentation: Create single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and data sheets.
• Design Development and Plant Modifications: Coordinate designers and ensure documentation follows procedures.
• Equipment Specification and Selection: Specify transformers, VFDs, UPSs, diesel gensets, SCRs, panels.
• Technical Analysis and Problem Solving: Provide analyses to resolve issues.
• Codes, Standards, and Safety: Apply NFPA 70 and project safety requirements.
• Multidisciplinary Coordination: Collaborate with engineers, designers, and subcontractors.
• Quality Assurance and Schedule Management: Ensure deliverables are accurate and timely.
• Installation, Testing, and Commissioning: Support field startup and commissioning.
• Continuous Improvement: Propose cost-saving and performance-improving ideas.
• Project Planning and Budgeting: Support estimates and scheduling.

Skills

Electrical design

Power distribution

Control systems

Load calculations

Short-circuit analysis

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

MS Office

CAD

Project planning

EHS awareness

Communication

Power system software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Power system design software

CAD

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Electrical/Controls Engineer II – Energy based in the United States.

The Electrical/Controls Engineer II will contribute to the design, development, and implementation of electrical power and control systems for complex energy and industrial projects. Based in Richland, Washington, this role offers the opportunity to apply engineering expertise to critical infrastructure and plant systems. You will work on electrical distribution, motor control centers, power circuits, and equipment specifications while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams. The position combines design and analysis with practical involvement in equipment integration, installation, testing, and commissioning. You will help ensure that engineering solutions meet safety, reliability, regulatory, and project requirements. This is an opportunity to contribute to technically challenging projects while continuing to develop your engineering career.

Accountabilities

• Electrical Engineering Design: Apply engineering principles to design and develop electrical power and control systems, including distribution systems, motor control centers, power circuits, control circuits, and related infrastructure.
• Engineering Calculations and Compliance: Perform engineering calculations, including electrical load calculations and short-circuit analyses, using established methods to demonstrate compliance with project requirements and applicable codes.
• Technical Documentation: Develop single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, panel layouts, equipment specifications, and electrical equipment data sheets.
• Design Development and Plant Modifications: Support the preparation and approval of design documents and plant modifications, including coordinating designers and ensuring documentation follows approved procedures and design requirements.
• Equipment Specification and Selection: Support the specification and selection of equipment such as transformers, variable frequency drives (VFDs), uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs), diesel generators, silicon-controlled rectifiers (SCRs), and control panels.
• Technical Analysis and Problem Solving: Provide technical guidance and conduct engineering analyses to identify, evaluate, and resolve equipment and system issues.
• Codes, Standards, and Safety: Apply relevant national codes and standards, including NFPA 70, and ensure designs follow project specifications, design criteria, site requirements, and environmental health and safety policies.
• Multidisciplinary Coordination: Collaborate with engineers, designers, subcontractors, and other project team members to integrate designs across disciplines and deliver work safely and efficiently.
• Quality Assurance and Schedule Management: Review design documents for accuracy and compliance with company procedures and client expectations. Ensure deliverables are complete, accurate, and timely, and take corrective action when necessary to address delays.
• Installation, Testing, and Commissioning: Support the installation and testing of electrical systems and components, with potential involvement in equipment operation, application engineering, startup, and commissioning.
• Continuous Improvement: Recommend equipment, concepts, and techniques to improve performance, simplify designs, reduce costs, address design issues, and comply with changing client requirements or regulations.
• Project Planning and Budgeting: Conduct research, reviews, studies, and analyses supporting plant changes and design modifications. Assist with engineering service cost estimates and coordinate assignments to meet project schedules and budgets.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with a focus on power, controls, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent qualifications.
• At least 5 years of electrical engineering experience.
• Experience with low-voltage power distribution is preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical power system design software.
• Understanding of electrical engineering principles and their practical application in plant environments.
• Familiarity with relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and with subcontractors.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• CAD skills are an advantage.
• Ability to manage technical deliverables, maintain accuracy, and work within established project schedules and requirements.
• Commitment to environmental health and safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Annual compensation: USD $79,600–$132,700, depending on skills, experience, and geographic location.
• Healthcare coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, depending on employment status.
• Insurance: Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits, depending on eligibility.
• Retirement: Employer-matched 401(k) plan with 100% vesting.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid time off: PTO and leave-of-absence options, depending on employment status.
• Flexible work options, subject to role and business requirements.
• Employee support: Employee assistance program and recognition and employee satisfaction programs.
• Additional benefits: Voluntary benefit options, subject to eligibility.