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Kiewit · 1 week ago

Senior Electrical Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineering

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$143K/yr - $149K/yr

15+ years exp

Kiewit is a full-service consulting and engineering firm known for creating innovative, world-class building projects. The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for leading complex engineering projects, performing calculations, reviewing designs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring less experienced engineers.

Building MaterialConstructionIndustrial EngineeringMiningOil and GasTransportation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Sierra Mackey

Responsibilities

Performs complex calculations and applies standards correctly without supervision. Takes lead when works with peers

Reviews the work of engineers and designers developing engineering and design documents as needed for the project

Possesses critical analytical skills and is adept at utilizing good decision making tool; high level of data analysis skills

Regularly performs reviews of vendor documents to ensure specifications and data sheet requirements are met

Leads mid to large-size project or proposals

Develops and leads others in ways of improving the design and lowering cost

Considers multiple solutions and makes good decisions based on good data analysis

Manages several different assignments simultaneously

Applies techniques/technologies to improve processes and business results

Utilizes industry and company standards to design and engineer effectively

Serves as resource to less experienced engineers

Reviews application of standards for correct interpretations (including NEC)

Leads projects in how to interpret and apply codes and standards

Leads team to identify changes in the scope of work during mid to large-sized projects

Produces design changes as needed to stay within budget and schedule

Recognizes the importance of customer needs

Performs assigned work efficiently and effectively to maximize person productivity

Leads quality checks of the design and engineering of a mid to major-sized project to ensure accuracy

Establishes credibility in terms of technical competency and team leading ability

Prioritizes time to meet team commitments and individual work requirements

Prepare engineering deliverables consisting of one-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment data sheets, hazardous area classification drawings, electrical power studies (ETAP), etc

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringETAP SoftwarePower System StudiesIndustry Codes KnowledgeLeadershipCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering minimum required

At least 15 years' relevant experience in electrical engineering

Self directs work with limited supervision

Provides guidance, leadership and training to less experienced engineers

Leads small team to complete task/design on project

Work with project team as representative and coordinates work within discipline department

Adjusts to varying demands of work and performs well

Develops and presents work in well-constructed written and verbal presentations. Clearly conveys messages and ideas, gains understanding

Communicates effectively with supervisor and members of immediate department

Works collaboratively across departments and involves others in solving problems. Initiates meetings within own team, other disciplines or internal customers for clarity on work

Supports project teams and departments in a positive and productive manner. Works well with other to accomplish common goals and objectives

Serves as technical resource and point of contact for external or internal customers

Knowledge of industry codes, guidelines and regulatory standards to include NEC, NFPA and API

Preferred

Experience with ETAP Electrical Power System Analysis software desired

Knowledgeable in power system studies including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and relay coordination preferred

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents

Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Company

Kiewit

Glassdoor3.8

At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too.

Founded in 1884

Omaha, Nebraska, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.kiewit.com

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