Senior Electrical Engineer

Advantage Technical; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on power system design, analysis, and troubleshooting, offering the chance to work on complex electrical systems. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in power systems, relay logic, and effective communication skills. This position provides an opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to innovative engineering solutions. Join a company that values continuous learning and problem-solving in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in power systems and relay logic.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering work including design and analysis of power systems.
• Conduct studies such as short-circuit and arc-flash analysis.

Skills

Power Systems Engineering

Relay Logic Writing

Communication Skills

Field Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SEL Relays

Basler Relays

ABB Relays

Siemens Relays

Job description

SR. ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Join our team of leaders in electrical power system maintenance, repair, testing, engineering, & training. Due to continued growth, we are seeking experienced Senior Electrical Engineers with field experience and strong knowledge of Power Systems. We offer the opportunity to develop and utilize a broad engineering skill set at an accelerate pace. Our Client is an ideal fit for smart, motivated Power Systems Engineers that want to continuously learn and solve complex problems. Our Client is accredited by NETA and is the largest independent electrical testing company in North America.

Job Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Work as a Professional Engineer (PE)


• Perform engineering work, including analysis, studies, and design, including:




• Industrial power system design.


• Power factor analysis and correction, harmonic, and grounding analysis.


• Configuring and setting of microprocessor-based relays like SEL, GE Multilin, etc specifically for generator and transformer protection.


• Developing one-lines, three-lines, and control schematics.


• Troubleshooting switchgear and relay controls electrical systems.


• Conduct short-circuit, protective device coordination and arc-flash studies.

• Review and approve ongoing and completed engineering work; ensure that deadlines are met, and work is completed with accuracy and high quality.


• Make onsite visits to customer sites and/or interact with customers to gather critical information, resolve project issues, customer concerns, and review engineering plans

Minimum Qualifications to qualify for consideration, you must meet each of the following minimum qualifications and requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering; prefer educational focus in Power Systems


• At least 5 years of field experience with relevant power systems preferably with relaying, system studies or design


• Must have experience with low, medium, and high-voltage equipment


• Protection and Control SEL Relay testing experience highly desired; prefer experience with or ability to quickly learn to write relay logic, including Schweitzer (SEL), Basler, GE, ABB, Siemens, etc.


• Prefer utility design experience


• Must be able to communicate in English clearly and effectively via verbal and written methods and be comfortable and effective doing so directly to customers and co-workers


• Previous supervisory or project leadership experience a plus

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About Advantage Technical

With company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. These services include Staff Augmentation, Direct Placement, Project Resourcing and Outsourcing - delivered from 40 key market locations, by over 3500 specialized contractors, to over 500 clients across North America. Advantage Technical is a Best of Staffing Diamond Award winner for both Clients and Talent. For more information about the industries and services offered by Advantage Technical, please visit AdvantageTechnical.com.

Advantage Technical is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact your local branch. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

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