Electrical/Controls Engineer II Energy

AtkinsRéalis Group; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with vesting

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an Electrical/Controls Engineer II - Energy in Richland, WA to design and develop electrical power and control systems for energy and industrial projects.

You will specification equipment (transformers, VFDs, UPS, gensets) and assist in system integration, testing, startup, and commissioning while ensuring compliance with codes and safety standards. A strong background in power distribution and CAD tools is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (power or controls) or related technical degree.
• Minimum of 5 years electrical experience.
• Low Voltage Power Distribution experience preferred.
• Strong communication and MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical load and short-circuit calculations per project codes.
• Create single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, cable schedules and panel layouts.
• Develop equipment specs and data sheets for electrical equipment.
• Support design documents, plant modifications and design verification.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams ensuring safe, on-time project delivery.

Skills

Electrical calculations

Diagrams & drawings

Team communication

MS Office

Power systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Power system design software

Job description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an Electrical/Controls Engineer II - Energy to join our team in Richland, WA. In this role, you will apply engineering principles and technical expertise to the design and development of electrical power and control systems, including electrical distribution systems, motor control centers (MCCs), power and control circuits, and related infrastructure.

The successful candidate will support the specification and selection of commercially available equipment such as transformers, variable frequency drives (VFDs), uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs), diesel generators, silicon-controlled rectifiers (SCRs), and control panels. You will also contribute to system integration activities and may be involved in equipment operation, application engineering, installation support, testing, startup, and commissioning.

This position offers an opportunity to work on complex energy and industrial projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative engineering solutions.

Your role

• Performs a variety of engineering calculations using traditional engineering methods to document compliance with project and code requirements, which may include, electrical load calculations, and/or short circuit analysis.
• Generates single line diagrams, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, panel layouts, equipment specifications, data sheets for electrical equipment.
• Assists in the preparation and approval of design documents and plant modifications, including directing designers in document development in accordance with approved procedures, processes and design requirements.
• Provides technical guidance to develop, manage and implement engineering analysis, activities and programs to identify and resolve equipment and system problems.
• Understanding of national codes and standards appropriate to the CE&I Engineering discipline. (eg NFPA 70)
• Ensures relevant design criteria, specifications, practices, procedures, codes, and site design & safety basis are used in preparation of designs.
• Interfaces with staff, within the team and supporting subcontractors to ensure work is completed in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring that safety is an integral element embodied in equipment design and specification.
• Works in multi-discipline teams on project-based work and ensures integration of design across multiple disciplines.
• Performs checking to ensure accuracy of design media in accordance with company policies and procedures and client expectations.
• Works on a timeline, ensuring the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of work and initiates corrective measures to overcome delays.
• Understands, complies and is responsible for working to environmental health and safety policies and procedures and attends meetings as required.
• Recommend new equipment, concepts and techniques to improve performance, simplify design, reduce costs, correct design flaws, or to comply with changes in client requirements, codes or regulations.
• Performs independent research, reviews, studies and analyses in support of plant changes and design modifications.
• Supports installation and testing of site systems and components.
• Participates in the preparation of cost estimates for engineering services to internal and external clients and coordinates work assignments to meet project-established schedules and budgets.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree required in electrical engineering (power, controls, or similar) or related technical degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years electrical experience.
• Low Voltage Power Distribution experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• CAD Skills advantageous.
• Knowledge of Power System design software.
• Knowledge of functional electrical discipline and its practical application in a plant environment.
• Knowledge of industry codes and regulations.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $79,600 - $132,700 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement here.

Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis; no application deadline applies.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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