Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Studies

Shermco Industries, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 102,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to join their dynamic team in Texas. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge power systems engineering projects, focusing on design, analysis, and troubleshooting. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in low to high-voltage systems and relay logic programming. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will contribute to innovative solutions in electrical power systems. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to tackle complex challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field experience with power systems, including relaying and system studies.
• Experience with low, medium, and high-voltage equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering work including design and analysis of industrial power systems.
• Conduct studies and troubleshoot switchgear and relay control systems.

Skills

Power Systems Engineering

Relay Logic Programming

Communication Skills

Project Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

PE License (preferred)

Tools

SEL Relays

GE Multilin

Basler

ABB

Siemens

Job description

Overview

SR. ELECTRICAL PROJECT 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 to work out of our Dallas, Texas office. Shermco Industries is accredited by NETA and is the largest independent electrical testing company in North America.

The Opportunity

We offer the opportunity to develop and utilize a broad engineering skill set at an accelerate pace. Shermco is an ideal fit for smart, motivated Power Systems Engineers that want to continuously learn and solve complex problems.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities and Expectations:

• • 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

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications to qualify for consideration, you must meet each of the following minimum qualifications and requirements: Any candidate without the experience items listed below, need not apply.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology; 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 industrial and utility design experience
• Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate in English 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.
• Prefer a candidate with a PE license or pursuing a PE license.

Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and periodic, unannounced random drug tests.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Must have a valid driver's license, and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record.
• Must be available for periodic domestic travel; international travel a plus and U.S. passport desired.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER | DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Shermco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Shermco is a drug-free workplace.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

No Agencies Please. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Shermco from a third party, such as an Agency, including unsolicited resumes sent to Shermco mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Shermco System Integration employees, or to Shermco System Integration resume database will be considered Shermco property. Shermco will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. #LI-KD1

Pay Range

USD $102,000.00 - USD $153,100.00 /Yr.