Electrical Engineer

Brown and Caldwell has an exciting opportunity for a mid-level Electrical Engineer to join our growing team. Electrical equipment upgrades, arc flash hazards analysis, low and medium voltage plant power distribution system design, motor control centers, drives, wiring diagrams, and related equipment for plant power are services in high demand from our clients. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a mid-level engineer to continue to build upon their engineering career, do challenging and meaningful work, and protect the earth’s resources at the same time.

Remote work is allowed from Central/Mountain/Pacific time zones; hybrid work is preferred and the ideal candidate will be located near one of our offices in Denver, Boise, Salt Lake City or Dallas.

Detailed Description:

This position offers the opportunity for significant professional growth and the potential to collaborate with local and national teams. The candidate will have a broad range of responsibilities, which includes interacting with clients, manage electrical projects, and participate in new business development. In this role, your design delivery responsibilities will include conceptual design development, layout and selection of equipment, development of contract drawings using 2D and 3D design approaches, bid package preparation, field investigations, electrical and I&C design, and support during construction both in the office and in the field. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for building things, meeting new people, and desire to work with seasoned professionals who perform industrial, municipal, and other water/wastewater related work.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Support conceptual through detailed design development, including electrical single line drawings, schedules, plans, equipment layouts, schematics, control wiring diagrams, Process and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs), specification and selection of equipment, and electrical system studies; development of contract drawings using 2D and 3D/BIM design approaches, bid package preparation, field investigations and support during construction, both in office and in field.
• Successfully manage and execute electrical design and be on time and on budget using company systems and tools.
• Support business opportunities and assist in sales and marketing efforts (proposal preparation, interviewing, scope, fee, etc.).
• Mentor other electrical and I&C engineers and designers.
• Perform contractor construction submittal reviews and request for information documents and general electrical design activities for plant and pump station power systems.
• Producing effective and accurate written documents, reports, and technical memorandums.
• Collaborate with a national team of technical experts in the Electrical and I&C group.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or relevant degree.
• Professional registration or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as an Electrical Engineer working for government, municipal, and/or industrial infrastructure projects.
• Experience in electrical power systems design and specification, which include service entrance, feeder and branch circuits, lighting, grounding, power distribution and standby power equipment, and associated systems studies and calculations.
• Experience in industrial power systems design, service entrance, feeder and branch circuits, lighting, emergency power and power distribution equipment.
• Solid knowledge in the application of the National Electrical Code.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of electrical safety systems, NFPA 70E.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Able to multi-task, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and work independently with a willingness to learn.
• Candidate should be a self-starter, results-oriented and be able to work under tight and pressured deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8+ years’ experience as an Electrical Engineer working for government, municipal, and/or industrial infrastructure projects.
• Experience in the water and wastewater industry.
• Experience in power system analysis and modelling software such as SKM and ETAP.

Salary Range:

The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location A: $80,000 - $109,000

Location B: $88,000 - $120,000

Location C: $96,000 - $131,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here . If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.

Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance.

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About Brown and Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Minorities/Women/Disabled and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.