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Fermilab · 2 weeks ago

Power Distribution and Cable Management Systems Engineer

Batavia, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$87K/yr - $124K/yr

5+ years exp

Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. They are seeking a Power Distribution and Cable Management Systems Engineer to design, install, operate, maintain, and repair distribution for DC and pulsed power systems, which are crucial for powering particle accelerator and beam-line magnets.

BiotechnologyClean EnergyCleanTechEnergy

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Responsibilities

Be part of a project team and lead projects related to power supplies and electrical power

Plan and manage electrical distribution projects to meet deadlines and budgets

Handle the procurement of electrical power distribution equipment from requisition to installation, testing, and commissioning

Offer engineering support for the operation and maintenance of power distribution systems

Monitor the performance of electrical systems and suggesting improvements

Analyze system failures and recommending solutions

Review electrical installations

Manage cable plant activities for all electrical cables, including power, control, and signal cables

Design cable routes and layouts and documenting them accordingly

Develop documents for cable procurement and installation

Maintain records of engineering tasks for future reference

Qualification

Electrical engineering degreePower distribution experienceThyristor systems familiarityElectrical distribution simulation toolsComputer aided drafting toolsEngineering supportMicrosoft Office proficiencySystem failure analysisEnvironmental healthSafetyProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited institution with a minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical power systems or power distribution OR a master's degree in electrical engineering and 2 years of experience in electrical power systems or power distribution

Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts and ideas

Familiarity with high power thyristor or rectifier systems

Experience in design of low and/or medium voltage high power distribution

Experience with test equipment, experience with switchgear a plus

Familiarity with NEC and NFPA70E and its application in low voltage systems

Experience working with equipment manufacturers and vendors a plus

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Knowledge and experience in electrical distribution simulation tools, ETAP or SKM, is a plus

Knowledge and experience in computer aided drafting tools is a plus

Abide by and be responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position