Electrical Engineer III

EDG Inc; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Metairie, Louisiana, seeks an Electrical Engineer responsible for electrical design and implementation for power generation projects. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience in the offshore oil and gas sector. This position involves both office and fieldwork, with potential travel requirements.

Benefits

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in electrical power systems design.
• P.E. License preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to lead factory acceptance testing of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design team for power generation projects.
• Prepare and review electrical designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Provide support during construction and commissioning phases.

Skills

Electrical power generation and distribution

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Tools

ETAP

EDSA

SKM

Job description

EDG Inc

Industry: Oil & Gas

Department: Electrical Engineering

Employment Type: FT Regular

Part-Time Available: No

Eligible for US Work Authorization Sponsorship: No

FLSA Exemption: Exempt (Eligible for Straight-Time Overtime)

Job Summary:

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the development and implementation of all electrical design requirements for the project. This person is familiar with all power generation, distribution, protection, and related control systems, as well as client-provided specifications and all applicable industry codes and standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• May lead an electrical design team in developing all electrical power generation, distribution, protection, and/or related control systems for projects;
• Preparation and review of power/control philosophies and drawings;
• Preparation and review of electrical generation, distribution, rotating, communication, and control equipment specifications and datasheets;
• Preparation, analysis, and review of electrical models using ETAP, EDSA, or SKM;
• Preparation and review of electrical system calculations;
• Preparation and review of construction drawings depicting equipment locations, wiring, tray layouts, supports, and lighting;
• Preparation and review of project/client specifications and requirements; provide alternatives and recommendations as required;
• Preparation and review of layouts and plans for electrical buildings and facilities;
• Preparation and review of AC and DC load lists from mechanical equipment lists and control systems;
• Preparation and review of DC and UPS distribution systems;
• Preparation and review of electrical drawings and construction packages;
• Preparation and review of Electrical Area Classification drawings;
• Preparation and review of test and commissioning procedures;
• Preparation and review of electrical fabrication and construction details;
• Provide support for the preparation of Pre-FEED and FEED cost estimates;
• Provide engineering support to procurement of equipment, skidded packages, and buildings;
• Support and assist field engineering teams during construction, test, and commissioning;
• Test and commissioning of packages and electrical systems;
• International and domestic travel may be required.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• The candidate must have a BS or MS (preferred) degree in Electrical or Electronics engineering;
• Five (5) years with less than ten (10) years' demonstrated experience designing and implementing electrical power generation and distribution systems for the offshore oil and gas industry, onshore gas processing, or hydrocarbon storage and transportation required;
• P.E. License preferred;
• Demonstrated experience working within project-centered multi-discipline teams;
• Demonstrated experience preparing project cost estimates;
• Demonstrated experience preparing specifications for procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning of electrical generation, distribution, rotating, communication, and control equipment;
• Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate portions of ANSI/NEMA/NFPA/API/UL/IEEE codes and standards;
• Demonstrated knowledge of IEC standards and practices;
• Demonstrated experience leading factory acceptance testing of package equipment;
• Demonstrated experience providing engineering support to construction, testing, commissioning, and startup of electrical facilities;
• Capability and availability to make offshore and other client site trips.

Additional Application Requirement:

To be considered, candidates residing outside of commuting distance to the office are required to provide a cover letter regarding their intentions to relocate to the local area and that the candidate understands that there will be no relocation assistance provided.

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily conducted in an office environment (Private or Semi-Private Office) but also requires occasional travel to off-site onshore/offshore work locations.

Field duties require outdoor work in a construction site type atmosphere.

Interaction with other team members, as well as supervisors and client personnel.

Working on a construction site or in plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels.

Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection.

May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes.

May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.

Physical Requirements (With or without Reasonable Accommodation):

Must be able to lift and carry 20 pounds.

Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permits employee to communicate effectively.

Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.

Sufficient vision or other powers of observation which permits employee to conduct analysis and investigations.

Sufficient manual dexterity which permits the employee to perform routine office duties.

Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-site locations.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.