Job Summary:
The Electrical Engineer is responsible for self-performing, and/or managing consultants in the preparation of electrical design services including power, process control, and telemetry for the operation and control of potable water facilities. Coordinates with electrical utilities representatives for new or upsized electrical services to water plants. Prepares process control narratives for use by SCADA integrators. Provides electrical engineering support to Company electricians. Reviews equipment and material submittals to ensure compliance with project objectives and Company standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performs and manages multiple electrical system designs and improvements for potable water plant projects
• Prepares electrical design plans and specifications for new water facilities and improvements and replacements for existing water facilities
• Coordinates internal and external resources (e.g., consultants) towards the completion of assigned electrical design projects while working closely with internal Asset Management departments to ensure project objectives are achieved
• Prioritizes assigned design projects. Monitors and reports on design project schedules and budgets and implements corrective actions when needed
• Determines size for electrical services and backup power generators
• Prepares, reviews, and designs motor control centers, telemetry panels, and SCADA Panels
• Performs QA/QC on electrical design projects by other engineers and consultants
• Reviews invoices submitted by electrical consultants for accuracy
• Reviews shop drawing submittals and approves field changes during construction phase
• Assists in representing Company in public settings with respect to projects
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university required
• Two to five years of relevant experience in designing commercial electrical systems. Previous experience working for a regional electric company and/or another water/wastewater utility with SCADA and system controls experience is preferred
• EIT certificate preferred with the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 software and AutoCAD preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently to resolve cost, scheduling and resource allocation issues
• Working knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering design, project management and safe work practices
• Ability to analyze and solve electrical engineering problems

Qualities of a Successful Electrical Engineer:
• Flexible, thoughtful, accountable, and passionate about work
• Highly organized
• Goal driven
• Willingness to learn
• Excellent customer service support with a 'can-do' attitude
• Approachable and willingness to be a mentor
• Ability to lead a team
• Ability to solve problems
• Ability to make independent sound decisions in a timely manner

Must be willing to travel, including overnight stays as required by project needs. Travel may include turnaround or full-day trips by car or airplane of one to three times per month.

May include but not limited to standing, walking, bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, lifting, reaching, stooping and crouching, color determination, typing, sitting, reading, speaking and listening.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.