Vanderweil Engineers · 4 months ago
Senior Electrical Engineer Power Group-Hybrid
Boston Office, Boston, MA, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $180K/yr
15+ years expVanderweil Engineers is a nationally recognized engineering firm specializing in MEP/FP and technology services. They are currently seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their Power Group in the Boston office, focusing on medium voltage, power generation, and industrial projects.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for detailed design of campus electrical grids serving industrial manufacturing sites, district utility providers, and college/university electrical distribution systems
Design of power generation facilities, utility grid interconnections, switchgear and substations, generators, and power distribution network
Execute electrical designs and deliverables for power engineering, cogeneration power plants, chiller plants, and large industrial projects
Able to lead technical team and deliver design for various clients. Provide support to assigned staff on technical and administrative issues
Maintains understanding of project schedule, status, and technical issues. Review all designs issued prior to client submission with supervisor and Department Head
Maintains strong understanding of all associated Codes and Standards and ensure compliance in all Team activities
Continuously improves the Team’s deliverable quality, communications, attitude, and efficiency
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of IEEE, IBC, NESC, and NEC electrical codes and knowledge of industry products and design solutions
Ability to perform system studies with industry software such as SKM ETAP, CYME, CDEGS, AMPCALC 4 for arc-flash, short circuit, grounding, relay settings, time current curves (TCC), voltage drop calculations, and motor starting analysis
Strong analytical ability
Strong verbal and written communication skills to provide presentations, interface with management and clients, attend meetings and produce written reports
Minimum of 15+ years' experience in related field of power generation and heavy industrial projects, medium voltage (5kV/34.5kV) and low voltage (480V) design of industrial and process plants
Understanding of LV and MV Switchgear functionality, Motor Control Centers (MCCs) as well as Starters and VFDs
CSI Specification knowledge and understanding required
Bachelor's Degree (BSEE) required
PE required
Preferred
Knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, AEC 3-D software such as Autodesk Revit or BIM 360 is desired
Ability to work with design software calculation tools such as AGI-32, DIA Lux, or Visual for lighting power density is desired
Operations and Maintenance methods of design consideration desired
Electrical Testing understanding desired
LEED preferred; PMP a plus
Benefits
Our hybrid work style (up to 2 days remote per week) allows team members to have flexibility while building their skills through in-person exposure to industry experts.
Our wellness programs prioritize our team members’ physical and behavioral health.
Company
Vanderweil Engineers
Vanderweil is a mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, technology, sustainability, commissioning, and power engineering firm dedicated to providing customized and innovative engineering solutions through excellent client service.
201-500 employees
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Eli Sherman
President & CEO
Keith Lord
CFO/Managing Principal
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