Our client is a leader in Critical Facilities Engineering Design and Commissioning that has a national footprint and specializes in MEP and Controls. They provide design, commissioning, consulting and management expertise in the Critical Facilities Space. They have a mindset to provide reliability, energy efficiency, sustainable design and LEED expertise when providing these consulting services for Enterprise, Colocation and Hyperscale Companies. This career-growth minded opportunity offers exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits.
Electrical Power Systems Studies Engineer - Ashburn, VA or any City near a major airport!
This challenging and unique role will have the opportunity to partner with all levels of engineering and design staff to develop power studies for projects once design has been completed. Design projects are primarily focused around critical power systems for new data centers and expansions to existing data centers in the hyperscale / colocation markets. They will have experience and in-depth knowledge of Electrical Power Distribution System design and installation. This person will work as part of the Engineering Team and interact closely with organizational leadership to complete Power Systems Studies. Working and communicating with internal team and clients effectively while following company's guidelines with company's goals, objectives and values in mind.
Responsibilities:
Autonomous in day-to-day work with being given high level instruction on projects or assignmentsExecute and lead design teams and designs of complex scope, and coordinate activities of other personnel as neededMentor engineers and assist with training and development to create a learning and growing environmentLead Power Systems Studies focused in the mission critical data center industryIndependently perform Power System Studies for mission critical data center projectsEvaluate Equipment: Assess equipment capabilities, ratings, and conditions (transformers, circuit breakers, capacitors, etc.); Determine if Equipment meets system requirements Lead efforts: proposal development, training / mentoring, and development of standards / automations to improve deliverables Conduct Power Systems Studies and produce reports along with final deliverables including breaker settings tables, TCC’s, and arc flash labelsLoad Flow Studies: Analyze current and future system load to ensure power delivery without overloading componentsShort Circuit Analysis: Evaluate potential fault conditions to determine the system's response and ensure that equipment ratings are not exceeded.Protection Coordination: Study the settings of protective devices such as relays, circuit breakers, and fuses to ensure they coordinate correctly and provide optimal protection.Arc Flash Analysis: Conduct studies to determine potential arc flash hazards, calculate incident energy, and recommend safety practices and protective equipment.Transient Stability Analysis: Evaluate the power system's ability to maintain synchronism after large disturbances, such as faults or sudden changes in load, motor starting, etc.Develop proposals including project scope, schedule and budgetEffective time management of project design team including forecasting resources and resource coordination Identify potential project scope changes; aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and changes from estimated costs and project deadlinesQA/QC peer reviews for projects which candidate is not the engineerOptimize workflow and deliverables by developing templates, standards, automations, etc.Requirements:
8-15 year’s Electrical Engineering experienceBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar engineering degreeLicensed PE / EIT a PlusPossess advanced knowledge of electrical topologies associated with mission critical facilitiesExperience designing electrical power systems for complex data center/mission critical facilitiesExperience with Protective Devices: relays, circuit breakers, and fuses with knowledge of how they function, what versions and device settings Understand ratings, capabilities, and conditions of various power system equipmentSME of industry and safety standards related to power systems, with emphasis related to arc flash hazards and other safety-related mattersUnderstand effects and requirements of connecting new generation or loads to existing systemsPower system simulation software with one of the following: ETAP, PSS/E, SKM, Easy PowerMS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)Skilled at reviewing design drawings and equipment submittalsPerform code analysis including selection of equipment, wiring, etc. to meet code requirementsConduct code analysis and possess advanced knowledge of electrical codesAnalyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondenceClient facing experience and at times serve as primary point of client contact on various projectsAbility to successfully work independently; Self Starter and should prioritize wellEffective communicator - both oral and written form (tech and non-tech)Proactive, resourceful, and a multitaskerExceptional organizational skills with an attention to detail Skilled in completing assignments accurately and in a timely mannerPrevious experience in the Military / Military Veterans a huge plus! Experience with Electrical / Mechanical: Navy nukes - EMN, ETN, MMNs, SeaBees, Army - Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc.Minimal Travel: 10-20%Submittal Instructions:
Please apply directly by clicking the link below, alternatively you can forward your resume directly to: px8y76tu3ecqcazy166ss1d4ee@crelate.net
After applying, if you have further questions, you may call 973-895-5200 and ask for Iggy. You can also submit via our career portal and take a look at other Critical Facility openings we are working on at, https://www.pkaza.com/jobs/
If this job is not for you, feel free to forward this along. WE PAY FOR REFERRALS!!
Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan
EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V
Pkaza LLC is a third-party employment firm. All fees assessed by Pkaza LLC will be paid by our employer that we represent and not by the candidate