What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at SSOE, Inc.?
Overview
SSOE is hiring for an experienced Electrical Engineer to support our glass and glass manufacturing clients. Our Glass and Manufacturing business is expanding more than ever and there are many opportunities to grow and learn in a stable market with cyclical project schedules and longstanding relationships. Headquartered in the “Glass City”, you can imagine that we view glass as special—something you’ll feel when you work with us. SSOE’s glass experience spans decades and more than 10 countries, working with every major glass manufacturer on quite literally every aspect of plant development.
You don't have to be an employee long before you understand the SSOE difference. It goes back to our history of reinventing ourselves for new markets, serious rates of growth year after year, and being ahead of the curve in technology. Those are the achievements of a company that rewards talent and effort in ways that mean the most to the individual.
When you work at SSOE, you work with the best and you're a part of something bigger than yourself. And providing the best possible workplace for our employees gives us a competitive advantage-helping us attract and retain top talent and drive better business results.
Responsibilities
The following duties are typical of the position but are not all encompassing. Responsibilities include those required to deliver quality service on schedule and within budget in a team environment.
- Take an active part in client contact and business development activities. Prepares or supervises preparation of contract proposals by defining scope and providing estimates for electrical engineering work.
- Delegate project work within the department and may oversee multiple project teams while acting as a subject matter expert to bridge gaps between discipline leads and project managers.
- Has full technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating engineering assignments with overall responsibility for budget adherence, schedule adherence, quality control, and inter-discipline coordination.
- Act as the owner’s representative on selected projects and meet regularly with client to present project progress and assure satisfaction.
- Assist clients with power studies, utility company coordination, medium voltage substation design, and specifications for electrical equipment and systems.
- Develop contractor installation/construction packages including conduit / cable tray installation drawings, equipment location plans/elevations and specifications.
- Develop electrical schematics including low-voltage power distribution, PLC I/O drawings and 480V motor 1-line & 3-line schematics.
- Coordinate and interface with electrical contractors onsite to oversee construction and answer technical questions.
- Valid driver's license required. May be waived for international assignments.
- Travel usually varies from 20% to 40% and may include international travel to Latin America or Canada.
Qualifications
What You’ll Need on Day One:
- Engineering experience in heavy industrial or manufacturing environments required – glass, steel, or graphite industry preferred.
- Experience with industrial power systems such as glass furnace electric boosting systems, electric furnaces, load tap changers, and SCR controls.
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering and six (6) or more years of related practical experience is preferred.
- Self-starter with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Knowledge of project design, cost estimating, and scheduling.
- Good computer and communication skills.
- Ability to work and communicate remotely in an independent and team-oriented environment.
- Ability and desire to travel for field assignments is required.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary: $100k - $130k / year depending on location, education, experience, and certifications.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), professional development and training, generous PTO, and paid holidays..
Salary : $100,000 - $130,000
