Electrical Engineer

Matrix PDM Engineering; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix PDM Engineering is seeking an Electrical Engineer III to perform advanced design and analysis for multi‑office projects. You will apply engineering fundamentals to support field and fabrication teams while following applicable codes and standards.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in Engineering with 5+ years of experience, FE/MS preferred, and strong knowledge of materials, mechanics, and structural analysis. Proficiency in SKM/ETAP and MS Office is expected. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering required; MS degree preferred.
• FE certification (Fundamentals of Engineering) preferred.
• 5+ years of related engineering experience.
• Advanced knowledge of strength of materials, mechanics, and structural analysis.
• Experience with design layout, equipment specification, protection and coordination studies in SKM or ETAP preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced design and analysis for projects supporting field and fabrication offices.
• Develop and apply standard techniques for conventional projects with limited complexity.
• Coordinate tasks with engineers, designers, and administrative staff.
• Assist in determining project schedule and budget requirements.
• Prepare portions of project documents and edit specifications.
• Conduct research and investigations to support design decisions.
• Assist with PM, client, and stakeholder communications as needed.
• Maintain adherence to safety and core values.

Skills

Strength of materials

Mechanics

Structural analysis

IEEE standards

NEC standards

NESC standards

Numerical methods

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

FE certification preferred

Tools

SKM

ETAP

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Summary

The Electrical Engineer III is responsible for performing advanced design and analysis work as directed to support various field and fabrication offices.

Essential Functions

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
• Develops broad knowledge and skills in a specific practice area.
• Evaluates, selects and applies standard techniques, procedures and criteria to perform a task or sequence of tasks for conventional projects with few complex features.
• Collaboratively uses judgment to determine adaptations in methods for non-routine aspects of assignments.
• Works on small projects or on portions of large projects.
• Performs moderate design tasks.
• Coordinates tasks and work with entry level engineers, designers, or administrative staff.
• Assists in determining schedule and budget requirements.
• Prepares portions of project documents.
• Edits specifications.
• Performs research and investigations.
• Receives instruction on specific objectives.
• Receives direction on unconventional and/or complex problems, and possible solutions.
• Receives a thorough review of completed work for application of sound professional judgment.
• Assists with PM, client, customer contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments or meetings.
• Performs other related duties, as directed.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering required; MS degree preferred. Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) preferred.
• 5+ years related engineering experience.
• Advanced knowledge of strength of materials, mechanics, and structural analysis.
• Proficiency in IEEE, NEC, and NESC standards preferred.
• Knowledge of numerical methods of structural analysis preferred.
• Experience designing layout and spacing, specifying equipment, , and performing protection and coordination studies in SKM or ETAP is preferred.
• Strong PC skills including MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Cooperates with other team members; interacts with individuals at all organizational levels in professional manner.
• Exhibits excellent listening, oral and written skills.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously under time sensitive deadlines.
• Occasional overtime and travel may be required.

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Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.