What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer II - UCE position at KFI Engineers PC?
Job Description
Job Description
POSITION SPECIFICATION
Position : Electrical Engineer II
Department : Utilities & Central Energy (UCE)
Reporting Relationship : Senior Project Manager OR Electrical Engineering Manager, UCE
COMPANY BACKGROUND
KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.
Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW (UCE)
The Utilities & Central Energy (UCE) group specializes in large central plant work, particularly for district energy serving cities, universities, hospitals, and manufacturing campuses. Our expertise covers both energy production and distribution. We have expertise in sustainable energy production, simple and combined cycle, combined heat and power, and medium voltage power. Our clients look for us to lead large complex projects from concept to completion, including startup, check-out, and commissioning. The Electrical Engineer II supports that process by leading the effort and development of project studies, drawings, and other deliverables.
POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Electrical Engineer II plays a key role in the successful execution of projects. This individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers. The Electrical Engineer II is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed- both externally and internally. The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic team environment by being proactive, communicating clearly to all stakeholders, and modeling a highly collaborative working environment. This person may also support the business development process, by contributing to proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers.
Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following :
- Design for medium voltage and 480-volt power systems, including generation and distribution.
- Design (drawings, specifications and calculations) of special systems including ground fault, lightning protection, engine-generator, UPS, DC, motor control centers and power factor correction.
- Prepares engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet codes, standards and contracted scope of work, ensuring application of Electrical Engineering Principles. Standard deliverables include single-line diagrams, plans, schedules, schematics, and details.
- Preparation of three lines and schematic drawings.
- Performs power system studies, including arc fault hazard analysis, short circuit, load flow, protective device coordination and harmonics studies, using SKM PTW.
- Reviews and approves contractor submittals, conducts construction observation and provides field support during startup and commissioning of electrical systems and equipment.
- Develops labor / cost estimates for assigned scope of work and is accountable for ensuring we stay within scope and budget.
- Creates project plans and schedules for the execution of work.
- May serve as project manager for complete projects, when assigned.
- Supports the business development process through input to proposals, meeting and interviewing with prospective customers, etc.
- Provides technical and engineering support to other departments / disciplines.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Preferred
Working Conditions
CORE BEHAVIORS
Accountable
Business Focus
Project Execution
Demonstrates Respect for Others
Team Player
Benefits : At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to :
Salary Range : $75,200-$94,000 annually. The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual qualifications, experience, work location, and education. This position is eligible for an annual bonus.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
KFI Engineers is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Salary : $75,200 - $94,000
