Electrical Engineer 2 - Facilities (Hybrid)

Our client, a leading Pacific Northwest utility provider committed to public service and environmental preservation, is looking for an Electrical Engineer 2 - Facilities for their Vancouver, Washington location. This engineer will conduct system analysis, design, review, and check electrical designs done by internal engineers or external Architecture & Engineering (AEs) design firms for electrical systems at substations and telecommunications sites. The position will coordinate and facilitate all building electrical, lighting, circuits, panels, wiring, HVAC, fire alarm systems, security systems, communication systems, emergency power systems, engine generators and electrical gates.

This hybrid position is a one-year renewable contract that includes employee benefits! If you think you d be a good fit, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities for Electrical Engineer 2 - Facilities:

• Serve as point of contact and subject matter resource and provide electrical engineering expertise for site assessment, scoping (planning), design, design submittal review. In addition, assisting organizational Contracting Officer s Representative (COR) with Requests for Information (RFIs), construction oversight, (review commissioning, startup, redlines) and project closeout.
• Perform electrical engineering and design for low voltage (50V 240V) electrical distribution system, lighting system, underground and overhead conduit and cabling system, distribution transformers, and grounding system for new and existing facilities. Clients facilities are: substation control house, and underground and overhead electrical utility, telecommunication building, and non-EDF (Energy Delivery Facilities) facilities, such as Operations & Maintenance buildings, Office buildings etc.
• Review, and check, electrical design drawings developed by outside contractors, related to changes and additions to new and existing facilities electrical systems in substation control house, telecommunication building, and non-EDF (Energy Delivery Facilities) facilities, such as Operations & Maintenance buildings, Office buildings etc.
• Provide electrical engineering expertise to design alarm system for engine generators, HVAC systems, and gas detectors etc.
• Facilitate and promote the development of state-of-the-art applications and appropriate advancement of technology for low voltage (50V 240V) electrical systems within substation facilities, telecom facilities, and non-EDF facilities.
• Provide expert electrical engineering consultation for the technical aspects of facilities design schemes and equipment.
• Investigate and analyze problems associated with complex applications of low voltage electrical system for equipment typically located within a substation and telecommunication buildings, ensuring Code compliance and Standard compliance.
• Provide clarification and technical direction to contract design firms or technicians on behalf of the Organizations COR and per established process and criteria.
• Conduct Station Service system (low to medium voltage distribution system) analyses utilizing software tools.
• Conduct short circuit and Arc Flash studies utilizing software tools.
• Facilitate, engineering, design efforts during design phase; and pre-construction planning for installation of electrical distribution equipment and other electrical systems in substation facilities, telecommunication facilities, and non-EDF facilities.
• Coordinate with internal and external technicians to facilitate the completion and issuance of designs on schedule.
• Coordinate and facilitate planning and organization of projects - including troubleshooting design problems, resolving problems, and recommending appropriate design solutions.
• During project planning and design phase, perform print verification (as-built condition) in energized substations and telecom buildings. The effort includes examination of panelboards, control panels, Generators etc. in substations and telecom buildings, while ensuring that the minimum safe approach distance for the appropriate voltage, per Code, is always adhered to.
• Visit existing substations and proposed substation sites while unescorted (voltages in substations can range from 120 volts to 500,000 volts) to verify design prints, meet with electricians or for on-site coordination and other construction meetings.
• Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails, and records in accordance with compliance requirements.

Requirements/Qualification for Electrical Engineer 2 - Facilities:

• Bachelor s degree in engineering (from an ABET accredited school) is required.
• 5 years of work-related experience and knowledge of electrical engineering concepts, principles, and practices.
• 5 years of experience with design and engineering of low and medium voltage systems in compliance with various Codes.
• 5 years of experience with Power Systems, power distribution, and utilization. This includes knowledge and design experience of transformers, panelboards, standby engine-generators, motors, lighting system, Fire Alarm system, cabling, and grounding etc.
• Knowledge of professional engineering theory and techniques sufficient to provide technical leadership in the design of electrical systems.
• Excellent understanding of Electrical Safety Standards, safety regulations, and code requirements (NESC).
• Excellent familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC), which is crucial for ensuring compliance with electrical safety standards.
• Good familiarity of the different industry standards related to electrical design and installation such as the National Fire protection Association (NFPA), the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), ANSI and others.

**We are unable to accommodate corp. to corp. candidates**

About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc:

Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in professional services and technology solutions. We are a group of people who not only recognize the importance of representation, but actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about who they hire.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

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