Electrical Engineer III (Distribution) in Metairie, Louisiana at EDG Inc

Job Opening Details

Industry*Electric UtilitiesPositionElectrical Engineer III (Distribution)Req Code3079General LocationMetairiePrimary Responsibilities

RequisitionNumber: 3079

JobTitle: Electrical Engineer III-Distribution

DateOpened:

Location:Metairie

Industry: ElectricUtilities

Department:ElectricGrid Services

EmploymentType: Full-TimeRegular

FLSAExemption: Exempt(Eligible for Straight-Time Overtime)

Eligiblefor US Work Authorization Sponsorship: No

JobSummary

The Electrical Distribution Engineer is responsible for leading andparticipating in the development and implementation of electrical designs forindustrial and commercial electrical utility facilities. This includes reviewing or preparing data andrunning specialty programs for the electrical design. The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead thedevelopment of the electrical requirements of all project phases, includingconceptual, preliminary, final engineering and potentially operationalsupport. This also includes coordinatingwith other disciplines to accomplish project tasks. In addition, the Senior Electrical Engineerwill be part of the project management process, which would include workingdirectly with the Project Manager, meeting with clients, obtaining field data,interaction with equipment vendors, participating in project meetings,establishing project standards and assisting in the development of the projectdesign criteria. This also includescoordinating with and directing Engineers, Designers and Drafters to accomplishproject tasks.

JobDuties and Responsibilities

Oversee,track and report on all aspects of an electrical team assigned to a project

Preparedetailed plans, technical specifications, and reports

Performcalculations and process data using computer software or other establishedmethods to support electrical engineering and control system design efforts

Documentall calculations

Gatherequipment data and specifications and interpret as required to incorporate intothe design documents

Conformand promote conformance to EDG, client standards, and best practices

Preparecost estimates for design implementation based on project requirements andclient needs

Designpower distribution systems based on utility requirements and project requirements,including, but not limited to:

Design of low voltage,medium and high voltage distribution systems

Identify bestpractices for power distribution to eliminate safety issues and provide costeffective solutions for clients

Identify potentialsafety hazards, such as Arc Flash issues, and implement design changes tocorrect such issues

Direct ElectricalDesigners in developing power distribution drawings and documents

Designlighting and lighting power systems based on project requirements, local codes,and client requirements;

Directwork of Electrical Designers including explaining project requirements anddesign concepts to Electrical Designers, Drafters, and clients;

Providesupport for client as required and directed by project manager, including, butnot limited to:

Document conversationswith clients where any design decision is made;

Identify projectchange orders and share with management as appropriate prior to completion ofwork;

When appropriate,discuss additional cost or the potential for additional costs when changes arerequested;

Coach and mentorjunior staff to appropriate communications regarding cost with clients.

Mayperform necessary field work to obtain accurate information for the design;travelling to project locations, duration dictated by project requirementsand/or logistics

Additionalduties as assigned

Basic orMinimum Qualifications

Qualifications,Knowledges, Skills and Abilities

BSin Electrical Engineering required, MS preferred

PEregistration in one or more states is preferred

Five(5) years with less than ten (10) years applicable experience;

Workhistory that demonstrates experience with performing design tasks and projectresource management (staffing and scheduling) simultaneously to meet the cost,time, resource requirements of a project

Familiaritywith all electrical and control systems and all applicable industry codes andstandards

Workingknowledge of the NEC and other regulatory standards

Abilityto understand and perform basic calculations

Abilityto understand and utilize client or company provided specifications

Abilityto utilize applicable engineering software and established technical tools

Abilityand availability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Abilityand availability to work overtime as needed based on project

Abilityto effectively communicate technical information verbally and in writing todifferent audiences (electrical design staff, clients, etc.)

BasicMicrosoft Office skills with proficiency in Excel required

Abilityto interact with staff at all levels

PreferredQualifications

MS, Electrical Engineering

PE registration in one or more states

WorkingConditions

Workis primarily conducted in an office environment (Private or Semi-PrivateOffice) but also requires occasional travel to off-site work locations;

Fieldduties require outdoor work in a construction site type atmosphere;

Interactionwith other team members, as well as supervisors and client personnel;

Workingon a construction site or in plant and/or shop areas around productionmachinery with extreme noise levels

Mustbe able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department forpersonal protection;

Maybe at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climatechanges;

Maybe required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.

PhysicalRequirements (With or Without Reasonable Accommodation)

Mustbe able to lift and carry 20 pounds

Sufficientclarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permitthe employee to communicate effectively

Abilityto sit for prolonged periods of time

Sufficientvision or other powers of observation which permit the employee to conductanalysis and investigations

Sufficientmanual dexterity which permit the employee to perform routine office duties

Sufficientpersonal mobility and physical reflexes to perform office duties and travelwhen necessary to off-site locations

This job description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

OtherDrug Free Workplace:

EDG Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to a drug-freeworkplace. Applicants are subject topre-employment drug screen by urinalysis.

Post-hire, employees are subject to random, periodic,post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug testing. In addition to therequirements of EDGs drug free workplace program, employees may be required tosign, acknowledge and comply with drug free workplace policies or programsrequired by clients.

We are an equal opportunity employer and allqualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regardto race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disabilitystatus, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.