Senior Electrical Engineer, PE - Protection & Controls

Kupper Engineering Inc • Full-time • Spring House, PA, Montgomery County, PA, US • 1d ago

THIS ROLE IS ELIGIBLE FOR UP TO $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS Senior Electrical Engineer, PE - Protection & ControlsThis position is responsible for performing engineering work in the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of power systems.If you are interested in providing high-end engineering consulting design, construction, and maintenance services, this may be the place for you.Since 2004, Kupper Engineering has provided superior full-service professional engineering and consulting services - from planning and design to implementation and commissioning. Our experienced team of passionate and knowledgeable engineers delivers timely, efficient, creative, and cost-effective solutions that not only benefit our clients but also enhance our communities.Job Type: Full-Time , ExemptPay: Competitive, SalaryBenefits:Company Sponsored Retirement PlanHealth Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)Employee Assistance ProgramLife, long-term/short-term disability insuranceVacation TimeEssential Functions & Responsibilities:Engineering site surveys and analysisPrepare protection & control schematics, wiring drawings, and relay philosophies for substation modificationsInvestigate, troubleshoot, and solve a variety of substation protection and controls issuesFeasibility studiesLoad studies and energy analysisComputer Aided DraftingComputer-Aided Drafting Quality ControlEngineering Quality ControlLead/support product design reviewsLead quality improvement initiatives for projectsGreat ability to read and interpret short circuit and protective device coordination studiesDetailed design of power distribution systems, including but not limited to: Medium voltage protective relaying, Medium voltage substation, Service entrance switchboards, Engine generators, Uninterruptible power supply systems, Monitoring and controls systems, Lighting and lighting control systems, Fire alarm and security systemsDevelop one-line diagrams, control schematics, and electrical & instrument diagrams (E&IDs)Perform equipment selections, load calculations, control diagrams, systems narratives, commissioning planning and execution, and creating specification documentsUtilize basic engineering principles and practical design solutionsAssist in the development and review of custom designs and sequencesDevelop and implement integrated systems testing procedures and commissioningAssist with project management to deliver projects on time and within budgetWork with Clients, Salesman, Managers, and Engineers to coordinate project designsWork with sub-consultant(s) to coordinate tradesAttend job meetings & coordinate activities as requiredAttend training as requested to further enhance your dutiesTrain and mentor entry and mid-level engineersMinimum Qualifications:Must be 18 years of age or older.Ability to work accurately, with attention to detailStrong verbal and written communication skillsOutstanding initiative, a well-organized and strong sense of responsibilityExcellent computer knowledge and advanced skills using CAD and Microsoft Word and Excel are requiredEducation & Experience:BS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology with a focus on Power Systems or similarHold a current, active PE license in PennsylvaniaLicensure in the additional state(s) is an advantage7 years of experience with 3-5 years of experience in relay/protections engineering or related disciplinesProgramming knowledge or experience with relays and other substation equipmentExperience with REVIT is an advantage.Pre-ScreenUpon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.License & Certifications:Driver License Preferred, but not required.Physical Requirements:The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.About Us:In the 20 years that Kupper has been in business, we find ourselves rapidly expanding our core offerings and leading the industry in renewable energy engineering and medium voltage design.Headquartered in Ambler, Pennsylvania, Kupper holds professional engineering licenses in all 50 states, as well as Washington, DC. We are responsive, reliable, and flexible, which enables us to support the changing needs of our clients and their respective industries. We believe engineering must evolve-keeping pace with ever-changing realities, technologies, practices, and methodologies. In every practice, we work collaboratively to adapt and respond to changes by integrating new ideas, concepts, and innovative techniques into our existing depth of knowledge and expertise to uncover solutions that maximize value for our clients.Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation should contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 1339.An Equal Opportunity Employer. Accessibility:Equal Opportunity Employer.If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Arabic - Chinese If you want to view the EEO is the Law Supplement poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Chinese If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English