McKim & Creed, Inc. · 2 days ago
Electrical Project Engineer Water Group
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expMcKim & Creed is a unique, employee-owned firm that values people and fosters innovation. The Project Electrical Engineer will work on engineering projects focused on municipal water and wastewater, coordinating with project managers and clients to ensure projects are completed within budget and schedule.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Responsible for bringing project from the design stage through to completion with multiple project team members
Leads electrical team to develop electrical plans, delegate tasks to junior engineers and provide guidance throughout the project duration
Performs QAQC and collaborates with other disciplines
Interacts and works directly with clients, conducts preliminary evaluations, prepares various reports, produces detailed technical specifications and drawing packages, and prepares permit submittals for engineering projects
Balances multiple tasks on multiple projects
Coordinates with the project team regarding RFIs, submittals, contract modifications, and other changes to the project
Analyzes processes and systems to identify ways to improve efficiency, increase quality, and reduce costs
Collaborates with the Project Managers to identify and troubleshoot problems
Coordinates with other engineering departments when necessary
Participates in site visits, agency meetings, and municipal meetings as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
Professional Engineer registration or the ability to acquire registration
6-10 years' professional experience required
Proven experience with design of medium voltage and low voltage electrical distribution systems including electrical equipment such as Motor Control Centers, Generators and Switchgears
Ability to produce single line diagrams, motor elementary diagrams and instrument loop wiring diagrams
Experience with Electrical Area classification plan development and ability to specify electrical equipment in classified areas
Experience with Generator sizing Tools such Caterpiller SpecSizer or Cumminis Powersuite and the ability to design full emergency backup systems
Ability to review electrical drawings designed by junior electrical designers and provide redlines and guidance
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required
Design and plan production experience utilizing AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical and/or Revit is required
Experience with Arc Flash software such as eTap or SKM is required
Extensive knowledge of the NEC and NFPA 780
Field investigative and start-up experience
The ability to balance multiple work assignments on multiple projects at the same time is required
The ability to work alone but also effectively as part of a team is required
Requires process-oriented thinking with strong organizational and technical skills
Requires excellent communication, and the ability to take and understand directives from Project Engineers and Project Managers
The ability to complete work consistently, with moderate flexibility to accommodate varying demands from Project Managers is required
Candidates are required to have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record as determined by McKim & Creed
Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment drug screening
Preferred
Prefer candidates with US BASED experience in acquiring permits from review agencies on a local, state, and federal level, including direct coordination and communication
Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
Competitive pay + paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way
Company
McKim & Creed, Inc.
McKim & Creed is a civil engineering company that offers engineering, surveying, and planning services.
501-1000 employees
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