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Job Description
SPEC Services, Inc. is a premier firm in Electrical & Control Systems engineering and is seeking a self-motivated and energetic applicant to apply for an Electrical/Control Systems Senior Engineer position in Southern California.Â
About the Position
In this position, you will apply your knowledge of the principles of electrical systems to:
- Prepare engineering calculations such as short circuit, load flow, motor starting, relay coordination and arc flash.Â
- Direct design staff in the preparation of construction drawing packages of medium and low voltage power systems, grounding, lighting, instrumentation and control systems.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop the best solution for a variety of power and control systems challenges.
- Contribute to the growth and development of junior team members.
The position has a flexible 9/80 work schedule with a hybrid work location, supporting the Fountain Valley office.
Responsibilities
Your core duties and responsibilities may require you to do the following:
- Act as an engineering lead on the electrical and control systems portion of multi-discipline projects.
- Prepare data sheets and specifications for electrical equipment for power distribution center, switchgear, transformer, motor control center, variable frequency drive, starter, control panel, etc.Â
- Perform electrical calculations using electrical software such as ETAP or SKM.Â
- Participate in startup, performance testing and troubleshooting.
- Participate in planning, cost control and scheduling for assigned projects.
- Develop and review construction estimates.
- Maintain effective communication and relationships with project team members and clients, with a commitment to building enduring relationships leading to customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Prepare & issue requisition packages, evaluate vendor quotations, clarifications, Technical Bid Analysis, etc.
- Review vendor documents, drawings, datasheets, specifications and calculations.
- Guide permitting through local agencies, interfacing with clients and construction contractors, performing field investigations.
- Mentor and train junior team members.
Skill Requirements
- Strong verbal, written and communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate technical subject matter to a wide range of audiences
- Desire and ability to learn new skills and assume greater responsibilities
- Working knowledge with instrumentation, programmable logic controllers (PLC) and distributed control systems (DCS) is preferred.
- Knowledge in electrical engineering and design, NEC and API 500 with working electrical construction experience is required.
- Ability to visit local project sites for data gathering and inspections with occasional travel to farther locations.
Experience and Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering is required.
- 6+ years designing projects involving medium and low voltage power distribution systems, grounding, lighting, instrumentation and control systems is required.
- Energy infrastructure experience is preferred.
- Engineering consulting experience is preferred.
- California Electrical Professional Engineer license is strongly preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record is required.
Salary Range: $95-$157k Annually
We are an equal opportunity employer
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