Electrical Engineer Transmission

Sterling Engineering, Inc.; Woodridge (IL); Remote; USD 93,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking an Electrical Engineer to handle innovative designs for natural gas pipeline facilities. The role includes electrical engineering design responsibilities, supporting multiple projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency in design execution. Ideal candidates will possess an Illinois PE License and have relevant consulting experience in the electrical field.

Qualifications

• Current or prior consulting experience at an engineering consulting firm or EPC.
• Experience with electrical design for compressor stations.
• Knowledge of communication equipment such as cellular radios and network systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical engineering design and review for natural gas pipeline facilities.
• Lead electrical engineering aspects of projects and coordinate with design teams.
• Design low voltage circuits and installations for pipeline equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of medium voltage systems

Knowledge of higher voltage systems

Understanding of PLC systems

Knowledge of fire and gas detection systems

Familiarity with electrical distribution systems

Experience with electrical design for compressor stations

Knowledge of communication equipment

Education

Electrical Engineering Professional Engineering (PE) License in Illinois

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Category: Electrical Engineering

Job Number: 47947144

Compensation: $93,600 - $126,360 / year

Job Description

Title: Electrical Engineer

Salary Range: $93,600 - $126,360

Location: Remote USA

Overview

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Job Summary

This position involves performing electrical engineering designs and reviewing electrical designs for natural gas pipeline facilities. The Electrical Engineer supports multiple projects by providing design expertise and technical review. The role includes leading electrical engineering aspects of projects and collaborating with designers and engineers to produce construction drawings. The ideal candidate is open to learning other aspects of pipeline and pipeline facilities design.

Job Duties

• Perform electrical engineering design and review for natural gas pipeline facilities.
• Lead electrical engineering aspects of projects and coordinate with design teams.
• Design low voltage (1000 V or less) circuits and installations for pipeline equipment.
• Design electrical service connections from utility drop to distribution panel.
• Size wires and conduits appropriately for facility needs.
• Route conduit within facilities and buildings.
• Design terminations and connections for lights, switches, motors, actuators, and other equipment.
• Design grounding and grounding systems for pipeline facilities.
• Read and interpret wiring and loop diagrams for instrumentation.
• Generate loop diagrams for instrumentation.
• Apply knowledge of NFPA 70E and API RP 500 in design and review.
• Review site-specific requirements and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

Electrical Engineering Professional Engineering (PE) License in Illinois with the ability to obtain licensure in other states as needed.

Current or prior consulting experience at an engineering consulting firm or EPC.

Knowledge of medium voltage and higher voltage systems.

Familiarity with electrical distribution and transmission systems.

Understanding of PLC systems.

Knowledge of fire and gas detection systems for industrial buildings.

Experience with electrical design for compressor stations.

Knowledge of communication equipment such as cellular radios and network systems.

Experience with arc-flash studies.

Additional Information

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.