Electrical Engineer I

Saber-Power-Services; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Saber Power Services is seeking an Electrical Engineer I to join the inoLECT team in Baton Rouge, LA. The role focuses on developing models, simulations, and system designs for power-system projects, with emphasis on protection and control concepts.

Occasional travel will be required to support client sites and field work. The candidate should hold an ABET-accredited engineering degree, pursue a PE license within two years, and bring 5+ years of power-system experience including protective

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering degree from ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain within 2 years.
• 5+ years in power system engineering with protective relays, system studies and infrastructure design.
• Current TWIC required.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering project management per inoLECT and Saber Power standards.
• Provide on-site customer support between enterprise and stakeholders.
• Develop models/simulations of electrical systems and conduct engineering studies.
• Design complex projects for inoLECT products and services.

Skills

Power System Protection

System Studies

Infrastructure Design

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program

Tools

Protective Relays

Power System Analysis Tools

Job description

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Electrical Engineer I

7 days ago Requisition ID: 2910

Saber Power Services , a portfolio company of Greenbelt Capital Partners, is a fully integrated electrical power system services firm providing end-to-end solutions across utility, renewable energy and battery storage, industrial, petrochemical, and other markets. Based in Houston, Texas, Saber Power provides engineering-led solutions for the design, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure. Saber serves customers locally, nationally, and internationally.

About inoLECT

As part of Saber Power, inoLECT is a growing electrical manufacturing organization based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, with a global customer base. Since its establishment in 1998, inoLECT has built a team of experienced engineers and skilled technicians focused on problem-solving and delivering integrated power-system, safety, and reliability solutions.

inoLECT specializes in electrical manufacturing and power-system solutions supporting customers across power generation, utility, commercial, and industrial markets. The team works closely with customers to provide high-quality products and services designed to meet their specific electrical and power-system needs.

Together, Saber Power and inoLECT combine engineering expertise, manufacturing capabilities, field services, and technical support to deliver comprehensive electrical power solutions to customers across a wide range of industries.

Position Summary:

The Engineer applies specialized training and experience in areas of electrical project engineering and design to develop solutions for inoLECT clients. This technical expert will develop models or simulations of systems and conduct engineering studies. Additionally, the Engineer will perform system design for complex projects on the inoLECT products and services list, according to inoLECT and customer standards of quality and efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assure that the enterprise and its mission, programs and services are consistently presented in a strong, positive image to all stakeholders (internal and external).
• Work with the Engineering Manager to develop new and expand existing business processes.
• Provide first level of on-site customer support between enterprise and stakeholders.
• Properly manage all aspects of Engineering Projects according to inoLECT standards and best practices in project management.
• Demonstrate knowledge and continuously improve knowledge of Power System Protection and Control concepts, for the purpose of training staff and increasing inoLECT’s expertise.
• Be able and willing to work out of town.
• Understand and follow applicable equipment and clearance procedures and safety practices.
• Reference and complete assignments as described in applicable specifications, in the time allotted.
• Maintain all required professional and safety certifications for the position of Professional Engineer.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a full-time, exempt position. Hours of work are variable depending on projects and travel, but based on 40 hours per week. Although rare, evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. TRAVEL Travel Requirements are 15% to 20% local and 5% overnight

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Electrical Engineering Degree from an ABET accredited program.
• A Professional Engineers License or the ability to acquire a license within 2 years of hire date.
• 5+ years of experience with Power System Engineering and specifically with Protective Relays, System Studies and Infrastructure Design.
• Must have a current TWIC.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to maintain appropriate safety certifications and a TWIC
• Be able to pass pre-employment and ongoing, random employment drug screens.
• Complete a satisfactory pre-employment and ongoing employment background checks.
• Be able to work overtime and travel out of town for periods of time.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Perform occasional field work both indoors and outdoors.
• Required: Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Demonstrate high-quality verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate well in English (speaking, listening, writing and reading) and all categories must be in the Good range (26-30) on the TOEFL exam if English is a second language.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this safety-sensitive job.

Reasonable accommodations will not be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this safety-sensitive position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to drive; travel long distances by car or plane: stand for long periods; walk long distances; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.

The employee must frequently and safely lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and maneuver equipment on wheels, weighing up to 300 pounds--including up and down ramps with a slope of up to 1:5. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will not be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions, industrial work conditions (including long walking distances, uncomfortable outdoor temperatures and hazards specific to client sites and processes. The noise level in the field work environment can be moderate to loud (requiring hearing protection). The office environment does not require hearing protection. The field work environment regularly requires employees to wear appropriate PPE for protection from mechanical, electrical, fire, chemical, dust, eye and respiratory hazards.

SPECIFIC JOB ACTIVITIES:

Cables, Terminations and Connections

• Infrared Survey
• Inspection
• Cleaning
• Test: DC High Potential
• Reconnect

Liquid Filled transformers

• Infrared Survey
• Inspection
• Cleaning
• Oil Sample
• Test: Pressure Relief Device
• Troubleshoot: Pressure Test
• Test: Turns Ratio
• Test: Power Factor
• Test: Winding Resistance
• Test: DC High Potential

Dry Type Transformers

• Infrared Survey
• Inspection
• Cleaning
• Test: Turns Ratio
• Test: Polarization Index
• Test: DC High Potential
• Infrared Survey
• Inspection
• Cleaning and Lubrication
• Alignment
• Test: DC High Potential
• Test: Insulation Resistance

Medium Voltage Motor Control

• Infrared Survey
• Inspection
• Cleaning and Lubrication
• Alignment
• Test: Insulation Resistance
• Test: DC High Potential
• Test: Insulation Resistance
• Infrared Survey
• Cleaning
• Inspection and Adjustment
• Test: DC High Potential
• Test: Megohmmeter
• Test: Contact Resistance
• Test: Electrical Operation

Medium Voltage Starters

• Infrared Survey
• Cleaning
• Inspection and Adjustment
• Test: Megohmmeter
• Test: Contact Resistance
• Test: Electrical Operation
• Infrared Survey
• Cleaning and Lubrication
• Inspection and Adjustment
• Test: Insulation Resistance
• Test: DC High Potential

Buses and Bus Ducts

• Infrared Survey
• Inspection
• Cleaning
• Test: Insulation Resistance
• Induction Disk: Cleaning and Inspection
• Induction Disk: Overcurrent Test
• Microprocessor: Cleaning and Inspection
• Cleaning and Inspection
• Test: Overcurrent
• Field Data Collection
• TCC Development
• Coordination
• Load Flow Analysis
• Arc Flash Analysis
• Motor Starting Analysis
• Remediation Study Analysis
• Simple Relay Configuration
• Complex Relay Configuration
• Arc Flash Labels
• Demolition Equipment Drawings
• Demolition Connection and Interconnection Drawings
• Panel Elevation Drawings
• AC/DC Schematic Drawings
• Connection Diagrams
• Interconnection Diagrams
• System Study As Required and Described Above
• Procurement
• In-House Wiring
• See Protective Relays Above for In-House Testing
• Drawing Index
• General Notes and Legend Drawing
• Connection/Interconnection Drawings
• Cable and Conduit Sizing
• Cable Tray Sizing
• Motor Schematic Drawings
• AC and DC Panel Drawings
• Underground Drawings
• Cable Tray Drawings
• Bus Duct Drawings
• Ground Drawings

Safety

Safety is a Core Value at Saber Power. We work SAFELY or not at all.

Saber Power offers a comprehensive Total Rewards Plan designed to support employees' health, well-being, and financial future, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Additional employee benefits and resources

Saber Power Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.