Electrical Engineer II or III

Summary

Lake Superior Consulting is an engineering consulting company serving energy and industrial markets. The company is seeking an Electrical Engineer II or III to design and support electrical and control systems across projects from concept through construction and commissioning, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and providing increasing technical leadership based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform CAD design and drafting duties to assist engineers in the design of electrical and control systems
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams of engineers and technicians to complete the design of large and complex industrial systems
• Lead moderate to large-sized projects and make decisions and recommendations on technical or complex issues, as experience and project assignment warrant
• Exercise judgment and initiative in interpreting policies and planning and implementing work assignments
• Work with the project team to create design documents and drawings, including one- and three-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, communications diagrams, wiring diagrams, plan views, station layout plans, sections, detail drawings, and application of mark-ups for projects
• Develop specifications for the procurement, installation, and testing of electrical equipment
• Perform engineering calculations, studies, detailed design, report writing, field investigations, and construction support
• Provide design and design review support and direction to lower-level engineers and/or designers, as appropriate to the position level and experience
• Apply engineering application software to complete engineering tasks such as ground grid design, equipment sizing, relay coordination, and electrical studies
• Participate in field wiring and testing of electrical and controls circuits, working with both the design and commissioning teams at LSC
• Assist with the preparation of survey and design reports and final project reports
• Communicate and coordinate project activities with the project lead, customer representatives, and other stakeholders
• Manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and work with the Lead Engineer to develop contingency plans
• Interact frequently with clients, vendors, and contractors
• Recommend modifications to senior personnel for approval when appropriate
• For Engineer III-level assignments, provide greater technical leadership and direction on projects and design activities based on experience and demonstrated capability

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a similar engineering discipline
• **Engineer II:** Typically, 1–3+ years of related engineering experience
• **Engineer III:** Typically, 3+ years of related engineering experience
• Knowledge of the application of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Knowledge and understanding of electrical safety systems and NFPA 70E
• Willingness to travel up to 10% with possible field engineering support for extended periods
• Ability to think conceptually and drive an idea from conception through to implementation
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload for self and others
• Demonstrated ability to lead and direct project personnel, particularly at the Engineer III level
• Strong communication and follow-up skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
• Self-motivated with an initiative to deliver high-quality, technically sound electrical designs
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with a willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility
• EIT license is preferred
• PE license a plus particularly for Engineer III-level candidates
• Practical or hands-on experience in power, control, and communications systems preferred
• Direct experience related to power plants and substation design is a plus
• Field experience supporting projects that are in construction is a plus
• Instrumentation and control (I&C) design experience, including SCADA, control systems, control panels, instrument specification, network architectures, PLC design, and control strategies, is a plus
• Broad electrical engineering background, including experience with control systems and/or motor control centers, is preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a similar engineering discipline
• **Engineer II:** Typically, 1–3+ years of related engineering experience
• **Engineer III:** Typically, 3+ years of related engineering experience
• Knowledge of the application of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Knowledge and understanding of electrical safety systems and NFPA 70E
• Willingness to travel up to 10% with possible field engineering support for extended periods
• Ability to think conceptually and drive an idea from conception through to implementation
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload for self and others
• Demonstrated ability to lead and direct project personnel, particularly at the Engineer III level
• Strong communication and follow-up skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
• Self-motivated with an initiative to deliver high-quality, technically sound electrical designs
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with a willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility

Nice to Haves

• EIT license is preferred
• PE license a plus particularly for Engineer III-level candidates
• Practical or hands-on experience in power, control, and communications systems preferred
• Direct experience related to power plants and substation design is a plus
• Field experience supporting projects that are in construction is a plus
• Instrumentation and control (I&C) design experience, including SCADA, control systems, control panels, instrument specification, network architectures, PLC design, and control strategies, is a plus
• Broad electrical engineering background, including experience with control systems and/or motor control centers, is preferred

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible work options
• 401K/Profit Sharing (6% company match)
• Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (twelve per year)
• Tuition reimbursement