Senior Electrical Engineer

System One; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

System One, Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for a Downers Grove, IL project. This onsite contract role involves leading design and development of electrical systems for oil, gas, and petrochemical projects.

The candidate will sign off on work as a licensed professional and coordinate with EPC teams. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience, a BS in Electrical Engineering, proficiency in SKM/ETAP, and strong knowledge of NEC andIEEE standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program.
• 10+ years of experience in refining, petrochemical, and industrial projects.
• Experience using SKM and/or ETAP.
• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, PIP, etc.
• Electrical calculations and studies including feeder sizing, voltage drop, short circuit, load flow, protective device coordination, arc flash, grounding.
• One-line diagrams and schematic diagrams for LV/MV/HV systems.
• Electrical raceway design including ducts, trays and conduits.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform assignments with objectives and policy considerations.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers to support technical and professional growth.
• Plan, organize, and supervise work of engineers and technicians.
• Seal and sign documentation as a Licensed Professional Engineer or supervise others who do.
• Review drawings, coordinate with vendors, and ensure QA procedures are followed.
• Provide cost estimates and participate in proposal development.
• Support field engineering/construction activities as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Project coordination

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SKM

ETAP

CADD

Job description

Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer

Location: Downers Grove, IL

Type: Contract

Compensation: $80/hr (DOE)

Contractor Work Model: Onsite

Hours: 40 hours/week

System One is e are seeking a high-caliber Experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Project team in Downers Grove, IL. This is a great opportunity to get involved and assist in the planning, design, development and leading of Electrical Engineering projects in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical industries.

Senior Electrical Engineer’s Responsibilities

• Independently performs assignments with instructions as to the overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
• Maintains liaisons with individuals and units within or outside organization, with responsibility for acting independently on technical matters pertaining to related field.
• Plans, organizes, and supervises the work of a staff of engineers, other professionals, and technicians.
• As a Licensed Professional Engineer, seals and signs all documentation produced by own work.
• May also seal and sign work done by engineers under direct supervision.
• Performs studies, preparation of specifications, evaluation of proposals, and development of estimates.
• Provides recommendations for purchase of electrical system components.
• Examines electrical drawings for completeness, detail, and accuracy as peer reviewer.
• Checks manufacture’s deliverables and coordinates between these and EPC drawings.
• Competent with standard server software applications such as e-mail, spreadsheet, word processing, database, etc. Familiar with CADD applications.
• Mentors junior engineers and designers to aid in their development both technically and professionally.
• Assure the company quality assurance procedures are followed in completion of assigned tasks.

Senior Electrical Engineer’s Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering discipline from and accredited engineering program.
• 10 plus years of experience working as an Electrical Engineer for Refining, Petrochemical and industrial projects.
• Experience using SKM and/or ETAP is highly preferable.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, PIP, etc.).
• Electrical calculations & studies including, but not limited to: feeder sizing, electrical equipment sizing, voltage drop, short circuit analysis, load flow, protective device (breakers / relays) coordination studies, arc flash analysis and grounding.
• One-line diagrams including metering & relaying for low, medium and high-voltage electrical systems.
• Schematic diagrams for low, medium, and high voltage electrical equipment / systems
• Electrical raceway design including underground ductbanks, cable tray and conduit systems.
• Lighting design includes interior, exterior and roadway lighting, and lighting panel schedules.
• Electrical lists & schedules including load list, electrical equipment list, and cable schedules.
• Electrical general arrangements/equipment layouts
• Backup and emergency power systems
• Understanding of electrical construction methods and materials
• Grounding design and grounding studies
• Hazardous area classification
• Equipment procurement including equipment specifications, bid evaluation, vendor drawing review.
• Cost estimating and material takeoffs.
• Proposal process including development of project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Field engineering/construction support

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.