Water/Wastewater Electrical Engineer

Kimley-Horn; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Dallas is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead the design of power systems for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the water/wastewater industry, proficient in electrical design including SCADA systems. Responsibilities include project management and mentoring junior engineers. This position is an excellent opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure initiatives while leading a talented team.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in the water/wastewater industry.
• Ability to scope and budget projects efficiently.
• Experience mentoring other engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical and instrumentation design for water/wastewater projects.
• Manage and execute electrical designs on time and budget.
• Support business opportunities and assist in sales and marketing efforts.

Skills

Expert design knowledge of low voltage power distribution systems

Proficiency in electrical power design

Leadership skills in multi-discipline project teams

Proficiency in SCADA design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical, instrumentation and SCADA design work for our water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years in the water/wastewater industry.

Responsibilities

In addition to working directly with a team of engineers/designers and external clients, this candidate will have range of responsibilities, which include:

• Lead Electrical and I&C design for water/wastewater projects
• Serve as a project task manager, or perform as lead discipline (electrical and I&C) engineer on projects as appropriate
• Scope and budget projects, identify method of project execution
• Successfully manage and execute electrical designs to be on time and on budget using company systems and tools
• Support business opportunities and assist in sales and marketing efforts (proposal preparation, interviewing, scope, fee, etc.)
• Mentor other electrical and I&C engineers and designers
• Perform construction shop drawing submittal reviews, request for information responses, and general electrical design coordination for water/wastewater plant and pumping station power systems in construction
• Producing effective and accurate written documents, reports, and technical memorandums

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering
• 5 years + experience as an Electrical Engineer working for government, municipal, and/or industrial water and wastewater industries
• Proficient working with multi-discipline project teams, including a leadership role of electrical or instrumentation project teams
• Expert design knowledge of low voltage power distribution systems, industrial controls and lighting systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities or similar
• Proficiency in electrical power, lighting, controls and SCADA design for water and wastewater treatments plants and pump stations