Power System Engineer

Job Description

This position serves as the primary electrical power engineer in a geographic territory, performing all aspects of power system design, testing and troubleshooting, and power system analysis in support of SE Engineering, PC’s activities.

Power System Engineer (PSE) must be familiar with a variety of electrical distribution systems, in a variety of business segments, including manufacturing, healthcare, water/wastewater, and data centers. Technical scope of work includes power system analysis, power quality testing and troubleshooting, power system design and improvement projects, both office-based and onsite. PSE understands and applies IEEE, ANSI, and NFPA standards, including the National Electrical Code, for successful performance of analysis, design, and field testing work. PSE must also be familiar with power system design methodologies, grounding, and with power system equipment including overcurrent protective devices, motor-control centers, switchgear, transformers, and other low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment of many manufacturers. PSE must be able to successfully obtain power system data from existing and portable power monitoring devices, and be able to analyze and troubleshoot power system problems. PSE must be safety-focused, and be able to recognize and avoid safety hazards in a variety of facility types, and be able to lead technical teams in the safe and satisfactory performance of onsite activities. Senior PSE’s may serve as a project leader and as Engineer in Responsible Charge of PSE work.

Skills

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from accredited university with emphasis in electrical power systems

0 - 2 years of cumulative experience in power engineering studies and design experience in industrial projects

Engineer-in-Training EIT certification preferred

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)

SKM (PowerTools for Windows), EasyPower, and/or ETAP power systems analysis software experience a plus

Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, and ANSI standards, as related to electric power systems and equipment

Ability to work on numerous open projects

Available to travel within assigned state (NC, SC, or NY)

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Notes

Benefits:
Competitive compensation
Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
401K
Life insurance
Paid time off
Excellent opportunity for professional growth

SE Engineering, PC is a private, licensed electrical engineering firm in North Carolina, South Carolina, and New York, that specializes in power system analysis and design. SE Engineering, PC strives to be a leader in the power system engineering field by providing our customers with the highest level of quality, integrity, and innovation. Our mission is to offer the safest, most reliable power system solutions for our customers and clients, and to ensure their workplace meets or exceeds all applicable NFPA 70E, NEC, and OSHA requirements. We have the experience and capability of providing power system engineering services to support a wide range of needs, including utility, industrial, data center, healthcare, university, and government facilities.

Contact Details

Email: [email protected]