Remote Industrial Power Systems Electrical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the power systems sector is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for their Pittsburgh office. This remote role focuses on developing and executing industrial projects, emphasizing strong technical skills and project management expertise. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and have at least five years of relevant experience, with a thorough understanding of NEC regulations and power systems design.

Benefits

Professional development reimbursements

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifications

• 5+ years in electrical design for industrial/utility systems.
• Registered Professional Engineer in the relevant states preferred.
• Strong understanding of electrical design regulations and safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design industrial projects from proposal to commissioning.
• Provide technical support to Industrial Construction and Power Testing Solutions.
• Manage projects, perform installation supervision and commissioning.

Skills

Industry knowledge of NEC

Project management

Electrical equipment specification

Design of SCADA/DCS systems

AutoDesk AutoCAD

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SKM Power Tools

EasyPower Software

AutoDesk Revit

Job description

Job Description

Salary:

Tri-City Group is currently seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with Industrial Power System project experience for an immediate opening in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Industrial Power Systems Electrical Engineer is responsible for developing, designing, and executing industrial projects from proposal through commissioning. The Electrical Engineer will provide technical support to our Industrial Construction and Power Testing Solutions divisions, reporting to the Director of Engineered Solutions, East region.

This is a remote position for applicants local to Pittsburgh, PA. Traveling to jobsites in the local area will be required as needed.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Electrical equipment specification
• Power distribution system design and layout
• Power system control/automation design
• Protective device settings and coordination
• Project management
• Installation supervision and commissioning

Qualified candidates shall have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering with at least five years of related experience in electrical design of industrial or utility electrical power systems.

Candidates should have experience with the following:

• Thorough knowledge of NEC as applied to commercial and industrial system design
• Specification of low-voltage (<1000V) and medium-voltage (up to 35kV) switchgear and associated controls systems
• SKM Power Tools for Windows or EasyPower Software for short-circuit, load flow, coordination, and arc flash hazard analysis
• Specification and programming of protective devices, including trip units and protective relays
• Design and programming of SCADA/DCS systems
• AutoDesk AutoCAD and/or Revit for development of electrical schematics and installation plans

Qualified candidates should also have strong oral and written communication skills, business acumen, strong attention to detail and safety, and be able to represent the company with professionalism and integrity.

Candidates will be registered Professional Engineers (preferably in Iowa, Illinois, Pennsylvania, or Ohio) and maintain a record with the Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES). Tri-City Electric Co. will reimburse all professional and continuing education fees required to maintain professional licenses.

Qualified candidates should submit a summary of their qualifications and a resume. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen. Tri-City Group is an equal opportunity employer.