Principal Electrical Engineer

Description:

Principal Electrical Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY:

Oversees and takes the lead in major electrical engineering projects. Performs highly responsible electrical engineering work in the field and office; manages, leads and carries out major electrical engineering projects and programs; investigates electrical distribution systems operational and maintenance issues as well as water and wastewater equipment requirements; Principal level project engineer with greater skill, independence, broader technical,

administrative and managerial knowledge to ensure good engineering practices are used; has wide latitude for independent decision making consistent with sound engineering practices; guides and trains intermediate and junior engineers.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

The following statements describe the general nature and level of the work performed. They should not be considered an exhaustive list of all duties. Employees may perform other related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Oversees and leads teams of professional engineers and other engineering and administrative personnel to conduct electrical engineering studies;

Designs a variety of large complex projects with a focus on electrical systems for water and wastewater projects;

Oversees and leads the preparation of contract documents for in-house designs; reviews consultants reports and designs; reviews contractors submittals;

Plans, organizes and oversees a wide range of multi-disciplinary, multi-faceted engineering activities;

Consults with various internal Divisions and Sections, manufacturers, suppliers, consultants and contractors.

Trouble-shoots electrical faults and prepares reports on electrical design, construction,maintenance and operation issues and problems.

Oversees and leads the development and revision of design guidelines, equipment criteria,construction standards details and specifications dealing with electrical equipment and service;

Participates in the formulation of long-range facility plans and system improvement projects;

Leads and trains senior electrical engineer;

Prepares electrical cost estimates for in-house engineering projects;

Participates in the general preparation of project budget estimates;

Attends necessary meetings and hearings and follows through on recommendations;

Drives a vehicle to conduct client Water business.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of electrical engineering;

Ability to plan and oversee the work of professional engineers and other engineering and administrative personnel;

Ability to apply electrical engineering knowledge to solve technical problems;

Ability to prepare and effectively present highly technical and complex engineering reports and estimates both verbally and in writing;

Ability to use sound professional engineering judgment

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering;

6 years of experience in the principles and practice of electrical engineering, which includes 2 years of electrical engineering design and 1 year of experience in planning and directing electrical engineering projects.

PREFERENCE(S):

2 years of electrical engineering experience with industrial type facilities, particularly water or wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations;

Masters degree in Electrical Engineering

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid driver's license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a client Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date;

Registration as a Professional Engineer in MD. If candidate has PE license in another state, candidate must obtain MD registration within 12 months of hire or transfer date;

Completion of the client Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter;

Completion of all safety training as required by the client.

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status