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Program Summary

The MISS program is a comprehensive initiative aimed at supporting the U.S. Department of State’s operations in Iraq. In addition to providing ongoing base operations and Life Support Services, KBR will provide differentiated advisory and consultancy capabilities to the Iraqi Government with a focus on creating an effective program environment to support delivery of strategic economic planning, strategy development, feasibility studies, technical reviews and large-scale project management. Under this contract KBR will provide facility maintenance, procurement, critical supply functions, along with food services, base camp operations, renovations, construction, and medical services.

Job Summary

The Electrician, Medium Voltage will be based at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq and serve the Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract in support of the U.S. Department of State. This position will be responsible for operation and maintenance of electric power generation and distribution equipment and will report to the Power Plant Supervisor. The Electrician, Medium Voltage applies knowledge of complete CAT C-175 power gen equipment, CAT Eaton Switchgear systems, and all associated ancillary control systems.  Able to maintain a newly constructed 26MW diesel fueled power plant and medium voltage distribution system. The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Please note: This position is located in Baghdad, Iraq and is contingent on award.

Roles and Responsibilities

Maintain KBR’s Zero Harm Initiative, ensuring a safe workplace and that safety is the highest priority.

Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. 

Assist with the operation of a 26 MW power plant to include synchronizing generators, opening and closing 11 kV breakers and tie switches; and routine maintenance of the Medium Voltage switchgear.

Test and maintain digital relays and medium voltage vacuum contacts Operate and maintain electric power generation and distribution equipment, records, logs and reports as required.

Test and repair medium voltage instrumentation and controls, switchgears, and relays.

Maintain power transformers, Switchboards and Splice and terminate MV conductors.

Use specialized software applications to program MV protective relays and components. 

Interpret simple diagrams, and manuals to diagnose and analyze simple to intermediate faults.

Report any malfunctions or lack of compliance with Statement of Work (SOW) to the Chief Engineer.

Assist in diagnostic issues with switch gear PLC controls and auxiliary control systems.

Perform fault analysis, implement ANSI and IEC standards, and troubleshoot Modbus SCADA systems.

Perform inspections and prepare written reports.

Perform Condition Assessments for numerous transformers, electrical insulation, switches, and breaker panels to identify problems before they lead to system failure.

Assist in developing SOWs when requested, including developing diagrams and specifications in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and National Electric Code (NEC) standards.

Collect, analyze, and summarize data for report preparation.

Perform other administrative tasks including ordering material, inventorying, and scheduling work.

Manage the custodianship of the work area and the management of tools, equipment, and spare parts for the medium voltage distribution systems.

Take the initiative to analyze a situation and to make frequent technical decisions based on specifications, safety and electrical codes.

Evaluate operational effectiveness and develop/maintain effective operational control mechanisms.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

Must be able to pass a U.S. Government background investigation and obtain a Secret Security clearance and maintain it for the duration of your employment on this contract. Due to this, you must be a U.S. Citizen to be eligible for this position.

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of MV electrical experience in operations and maintenance services.

Must have a valid State Journeyman Electrician License or Journeyman Certificate.

Requires experience working in confined spaces.

Experience working with Ethyl Propylene Rubber (EPR), cross-linked polyethylene (XLP), and multi-conductor cables is required.

Must have experience working with 600 Amp bolted connections; 200-amp load-break terminations and heat shrink & cold shrink applications.

Must have proficiency with the MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Requires excellent English communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to facilitate and disseminate information.

Requires knowledge of applicable codes and accepted trade practices.

Knowledge and experience regarding occupational hazards of the electrical trade, related safety precautions and considerable skill required for the installation, maintenance and repair of MV electrical systems and equipment is required.

Must be able to test and maintain digital relays and medium voltage vacuum contacts.

Must be able to terminate, troubleshoot, test, & splice fiber optic cable in both indoor & outdoor environments.

Requires good organizational skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.

Must have cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.

Must be able to crouch, bend, reach and crawl in all weather conditions.

Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Must be willing to work in austere conditions.

Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Requires a valid passport with at least 12 months of validity and 6 blank pages.

Preferred Qualifications

Active U.S. Government issued Secret Security Clearance.

Previous electrical experience in an OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce.

Relevant overseas MV Electrical experience

Experience working with KBR.

Experience working with Scope of Work, sub-contractors, budgets, estimating, working drawings and as built drawings.

National Cable Splicing Certification Board (NCSCB) certification.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include medical, dental, life insurance, AD&D, R&R, an Employee Support Program and more. We support career advancement through professional training and development.