Senior Electrical Engineer - Power

FTI; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design of major energy projects. Responsibilities include overseeing electrical design aspects and managing project documentation while collaborating with engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in electrical engineering, particularly in power generation and distribution. Strong project management skills and a background in electric machinery are essential.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience in Low and Medium Voltage systems.
• Experience with Relay Protection and General Electrical System Design preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for power plant systems and collaborate with engineering staff.
• Document detailed designs and develop schematics for electrical equipment.
• Evaluate voltage drops, short circuit currents using ETAP.

Skills

Electric machinery

Circuit analysis

Power distribution system design

Project management

ETAP (load flow studies)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Electrical equipment specifications

Job description

In this role, you’ll help bring major energy projects to life by leading electrical engineering and design of power plant systems working collaboratively with PEC electrical engineering and design staff. The Senior Electrical Engineer – Power will be responsible for all aspects of the electrical design on a specific project, supported by other members of the company and under the supervision of Principal Engineers or Senior Electrical Consultants.

Attributes desired of the successful candidate include a strong interest in the generation and distribution of electrical energy through both the traditional application of fossil fuels (boilers, combustion turbines and diesel / gas fired engines) as well as the use of renewable energy sources such as biomass, solar, and wind. A strong background in electric machinery, circuit analysis, controls, logic systems, and power distribution system design is desirable. Experience in conducting load flow and coordination studies in ETAP is a plus. Strong project management and communication skills, both written and verbal are required as well as an attention to detail.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Experience: 12+ years of progressive electrical engineering related experience in one or more areas, i.e. Low and Medium Voltage Switchgear and Distribution, Utility Interconnection, Relay Protection, and General Electrical System Design. 15 years is preferred.

Travel: 5-15%.

Work Schedule: Typical work hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. However, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assignments will normally include detailed design related activities such as development of schematics, specification of electrical equipment (transformers, switchgear, motor control center, battery systems, etc.), development of electrical equipment layouts, selection of appropriate cabling for the applications, general layout of conduit and cable tray, selection of specialty equipment, development of cable routing, and preparation of engineering documents to support construction and operation.
• Develop electrical system models using ETAP. Evaluating voltage drops, short circuit currents, and grounding systems. Perform calculations as required.
• The individual will work in a project team atmosphere and will be expected to take a leadership role in electrical design aspects of various projects.
• Review vendor drawings and incorporate into plant design as required.
• Select electrical components to support project design through development of specifications and drawings (breakers, disconnect switches, switchgear, cable, etc.).
• Develop lighting system designs and component selections.
• Participate in project reviews, design checks, and quality assurance steps to ensure alignment with client expectations.
• Lead efforts to resolve coordination issues between different aspects of design (mechanical, structural, civil, electrical).
• Professional registration in one or more states or the ability to gain registration is desired.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.