Kelly · 7 hours ago
Senior Electrical Project Engineer
Leesburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expKelly Services is seeking a Senior Project Engineer specializing in electrical systems. The role involves planning and commissioning electrical systems, ensuring compliance with designs, and leading field activities while collaborating with project teams.
OutsourcingProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Commission electrical distribution equipment and related controls, primarily in data center environments, including high voltage and medium voltage systems
Review system designs for compliance with client facility goals
Prepare plans and procedures for execution of the commissioning process
Conduct commissioning activities from the design phase through the occupation phase, in accordance with client requirements and industry commissioning process best practices
Attend factory testing of equipment and document procedures and results
Conduct functional testing of equipment
Perform analysis of test results using instrumentation and prepare reports
Understand critical power quality requirements and test procedures
Perform thermographic surveys and analyze results
Fully document all field procedures including results, issues and observations either via company provided templates or online applications
Report on system performance and make technical recommendations on issues
Work with the Project Manager and project teams to coordinate and execute field activities
Prepare and provide input on commissioning project documentation and schedules
Draft comprehensive test procedures for a variety of equipment and systems
Attend relevant project coordination and schedule meetings as necessary
May be required to lead commissioning meetings or speak on technical topics
Assist with submitting and maintaining daily commissioning reports
Train and guide both Associate Project Engineers and Project Engineers on roles & responsibilities
Respond to project team and client inquiries in a professional and timely manner
Comply with company, client, and project safety requirements
Be knowledgeable with building equipment, including, but not limited to: Generator, Generator Paralleling Switchgear, High / Medium / Low Voltage Transformer (XFMR), Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS Systems), Battery Systems, High / Medium / Low Voltage Switchgear (SWGR), Low Voltage Main Switchboards (MSB), PLC Control, Automatic and Semi-Automatic Switching Controls, Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS), Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS), Static Transfer Switch (STS), Power Distribution Unit (PDU), Busways, Remote Power Panel (RPP), Grounding Systems, Lighting Control Systems
Qualification
Required
BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering with 5 or more years with mission critical project experience, or relevant and applicable industry experience
Minimum of 7 or more years of experience in commissioning with mission critical project experience, or relevant and applicable industry experience
Experience in Mission Critical facility commissioning essential
Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, proactive, problem solver
Good communication and relationship skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work with limited supervision and manage junior engineers on day to day tasks
Deep understanding and application of test instrumentation
Team player and a 'client-first' mentality
Ability to walk up to 5 miles per day
Carry up to 50 lbs
Ability to wear required PPE daily
Travel nationwide 50% - 75% if not assigned locally; may have periods of higher travel expectation
Preferred
Knowledge & experience with ASHRAE or BCxA commissioning guidelines
Knowledge & experience with InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA) test specifications
Distributed control system experience
Good understanding of building management systems (BMS) and/or electrical power monitoring system (EPMS)
Professional Engineers (PE) License and/or a commissioning certification
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Telemedicine
Term life
Whole life
Accident insurance
Critical illness
A legal plan
Short-term disability
Retirement savings plan
Service bonus
Holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)
Transit spending account
Paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan
Company
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