Sr. Electrical Engineer OpportunityDirect hire opportunity for a Sr. Electrical Engineer in Akron, Ohio.
Engineers who require H-1B Visa transfer or TN Visa are encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance availableJob Description:The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for gathering and analyzing technical data used to prepare basic electrical engineering designs for client projects including: Power, Lighting & Electrical Distribution, Electrical One-Line Drawings, Electrical Load Studies, Protective Relaying, Arc Flash Studies, Power Equipment List (Transformers, Switchgear, Motors, UPS etc.), Area Classification, and other Electrical Drawings (Schematics, Heat Trace, etc.). This individual is expected to fulfill the requirements of the position and understands that the design process includes visiting clients' facilities where they may be expected to perform physical work.Responsibilities include:Engineering Calculations and Plan DevelopmentLeading other Designers and Engineers on a Project TeamCollecting and preparing data/information and performing detailed engineering calculationsSpecifying power system equipment, switchgear, unit substations, motor control centers, drive systems, grounding systems, and lighting systemsCreating electrical load studies, control schematics, and electrical engineering detailsUtilizing computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasksAssisting in field work by directing and coordinating operation, checking installations, problem solving, maintenance and repair of equipment and systemsServing as a Project Lead for single discipline projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, making staff recommendations, and checking drawingsMaintaining compliance with all company policies, procedures, and standardsObserving safety and security procedures; reporting potentially unsafe conditions; using equipment and materials properlyAccepting other duties as assignedRequired:Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET Accredited University is required, PE preferredField experienceTwelve (12) to Thirty (30) years working in one or more of the following service areas: Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Polymers, Utility, Energy, and ManufacturingKnowledgeable in protective relaying and short circuit studies, lighting systems, power systems equipment specifications, NFPA 30, NEC or NFPA 70, applicable building codes, arc flash, hazardous area classifications for process industries, and wiring practicesProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), Revit, and AutoCAD (3D preferred), EasyPower or similar modeling software.Experience with P & ID's, PFD's, loop diagrams, installation details, conduit and cable schedulesMust have experience working on heavy industrial projects