Covanta

Principal Electrical Engineer II

Covanta$118K — $169K *
US-Anywhere
+ 30 other locationsRemote
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
  • Minimum 10 years of engineering experience
  • Registered Professional Engineer or ability to obtain licensure preferred
  • Experience with High, Medium & Low Voltage distribution systems
  • Proficient in engineering software like CAD/AutoCAD and ETAP

Responsibilities

  • Develop and approve electrical system design documents
  • Coordinate with suppliers and contractors for electrical scopes
  • Plan design tasks to meet budget and schedule
  • Lead small to medium capital programs as the technical expert
  • Update and maintain engineering design standards
  • Provide troubleshooting support for plant operations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
  • Industry-leading 401(k) plan with up to 7% company match
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • Access to paid parental leave and educational assistance
  • Employee assistance program (EAP) support
Full Job Description
About the role

Job Description

What You'll Do and Who You'll Work With:

Reporting directly to the Director of Electrical Engineering, the Principal Engineer will be responsible for:

1. Electrical engineering design aspects of capital projects, facility upgrades

2. Electrical design support for Planned outages, and design requirements related to equipment troubleshooting

3. Business development/expansion projects at various operating facilities.

This position will also lead, manage and execute multiple electrical projects/programs in the network. The Engineer will provide subject matter expertise and lead cross functional teams while driving technical standardization as a guardian of certain Electrical Design Standards for Reworld. Acting as a potential mentor for more junior members of the team, the Engineer will share best practices and technical expertise. This is a unique opportunity to work across stakeholders and groups, with high visibility in the organization and will have direct, tangible impact on our success. You will also act as a primary Electrical Engineering SME to the business.

Location/Travel:

Preferred location for this role is at our Florham Park, NJ Headquarters This position requires close collaboration with corporate functions and facilities and will include ~20% travel across the network. Travel to Domestic locations as well as LCC (Low-Cost-Countries) such as China, may be required.

A remote work option is available with some additional travel to Florham Parkn and across the network. The compensation would vary depending on the location.

Key Responsibilities:

Electrical Design (Core Responsibility)
  • Independently Develop/Review/Approve Electrical System Design documents including One Line/Three Line Diagrams, Control Schematics, Wiring diagrams, Arc Flash, Short Circuit & Voltage Drop Calculations, Coordination Studies.
  • Develop scope of work for Electrical AE firms and coordinate with suppliers and contractors.
  • Plans design tasks so both the design and construction will be achieved within budget constraints and schedule.
  • May assume the duties of technical lead and subject matter expert for small to medium capital programs.
  • Electrical Design scope includes System Design, Scope Development, Engineering Calculations, Specifications, and Risk Assessments for HV, MV systems (Switchgears, transformers, Motor Control Centers, Relay/Protection Systems).


Engineering Standards: (Core Responsibility)
  • Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making adaptations and modifications for engineering design.
  • Guardian of Key Electrical Design Standards/Specifications as SME for Reworld Electrical Team.
  • Update design standards and specifications periodically to keep up with the industry best practices, regulatory developments etc.
  • Commissioning/Startup:
  • Provide SME design support to Project Managers on assigned construction projects Provide engineering support for commissioning and installations for assigned design projects


Troubleshooting/Problem Solving:
  • Provides Electrical Engineering design troubleshooting support to plant operations. Analyze Electrical failure root causes and develop cost effective technical solutions for RCAs.


Position Requirements:

Qualifications:
  • Minimum Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited Institution. Minimum 10 years engineering experience.
  • Registered Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain future licensure is preferred.


Experience:
  • Must have experience with High, Medium & Low Voltage distribution systems and electrical power generation in large utility power plants or large industrial co-generation facilities or Design/Architectural Engineering firms.
  • Must be able to work on multiple concurrent projects with minimal supervision.
  • Must have proficiency in developing and understanding One Line/Three Line Diagrams, DC Control Schematics, Wiring diagrams, GA drawings related to interconnections, substations, power plants and electrical aspects of process plants including but not limited to motors, MCCs, PDCs and other electrical equipment.
  • Must have experience with all phases of a project including preliminary conceptual system design, scoping, detailed design, equipment selection, equipment testing and start-up problem resolution. (The equipment includes substation equipment, power plant equipment and process plant equipment. The voltage ranges vary from HV(>100KV) to low voltage (480V).)
  • Experience with protective relaying schemes (Medium Voltage) including coordination and development of relay settings. SEL relays experience is highly preferred.
  • Proficiency in engineering software such as CAD/AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM Powertools, SEL Acselerator, etc.
  • Must have effective written and oral communication skills; must be able to analyze data, write technical reports, and develop work packages to implement


All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $118,700.00 - $169,800.00 USD per annum

Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person-and their families-through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

About Covanta

Covanta is a world leader in providing sustainable waste and energy solutions. The company's mission is to provide sustainable waste and energy solutions to ensure a cleaner, safer, and healthier future for communities worldwide. Covanta operates over 40 facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, and has a workforce of over 4,000 employees. The company's waste-to-energy facilities convert non-recyclable waste into clean, renewable energy, while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing safe and reliable waste disposal services. Covanta also provides comprehensive industrial material management services, including waste management, recycling, and environmental consulting services.
Learn more about Covanta
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$28 million
Founded
1991
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$1.9 billion
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