Sr Electrical Engineer

Description

• The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for engineering and design to support the sustainable operation of our distribution, generation, and storage system.

• The incumbent works with teams across the organization and external stakeholders, and leads complex technical projects and may manage the work of lower level engineers and technicians as required.

• Other duties as assigned or may be necessary

• Prepare specifications for purchases of electrical equipment and materials and estimating material, labor, or construction costs for budget preparation

• Write reports and compile data regarding existing and potential electrical engineering projects and studies and provide technical support to other departments and personnel as needed

• Ensure compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements by directing or coordinating installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, or testing activities

• Ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements by preparing electrical systems specifications, technical drawings, or topographical maps and Investigate and resolve project issues in a timely manner

• Collaborate with customers, coworkers, and others to discuss existing or potential engineering products or projects and monitor project progress and budget, and prepare reports for upper management

• Perform a wide range of engineering tasks by operating computer-assisted design or engineering software and equipment

• Design, maintain, implement, or improve electrical instruments, facilities, components, equipment products, or systems for industrial, commercial, or domestic purposes

• Design, control, and implement electrical systems and products and serve as the primary point of contact with clients for all electrical engineering project matters.

• Manage the development and implementation of electrical systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in from an ABET accredited program OR Engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited program

• Professional Engineering License (Required)

• 4 - 7 years experience in an advanced electrical engineering capacity (Required)

• Knowledge of applicable codes related to electronic engineering - Broad Knowledge

• Proficient in design and calculation software - Expert Knowledge

• Written and verbal communication skills - Broad Knowledge

• Organizational skills and attention to detail - Expert Knowledge

• Analytical and problem-solving skills - Broad Knowledge

• Knowledge of the theory and practice of electric utility distribution planning, construction, operation, and maintenance - Expert Knowledge

• Working knowledge of electric utility operation (i.e. generation, transmission and distribution of three phase alternating current power) - Expert Knowledge

• Knowledge of distribution planning principles is an asset - Expert Knowledge

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.