KPE is looking for an Electrical Engineer with thorough knowledge of facility electrical design and engineering techniques to lead/work closely on assigned projects, including planning, preliminary design, front-end engineering, preparation of drawings and documents, project management, contract administration, construction support, liaison with local authorities, and as-built documentation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for planning and conducting independent work requiring judgment in evaluating, selecting, applying, and adapting engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Independently applies extensive and diversified knowledge of electrical principles and practices in broad areas of assignments.
• Prepare or modify drawings, specifications, and calculations and monitor work for compliance with applicable codes, accepted engineering practices, and standards.
• Responsible for quality and delivery of construction documentation.
• Electrical design with primary responsibilities of power, lighting, and controls per client requirements.
• Provide studies of power quality, capacity, short circuit, and coordination.
• Detail portions of projects using schematic or conceptual layouts.
• Interface with clients, utility companies, construction administrators, project teams, and vendors.
• Assume the lead engineer’s role on assigned projects.
• May serve as designated client contact on projects.
• Be part of a team to deliver quality construction documentation — specifications, schematics, power and lighting plans, one-lines, etc.
• Perform field activities such as observing and recording existing field conditions and taking and verifying measurements within the project area.
• Develop construction opinions of probable cost.
• Research design options and document findings to the project lead engineer.
• Perform and document technical design reviews with other disciplines on the project team to produce the highest level of quality.
• Capable and experienced in managing and performing projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Time manage and prioritize tasks to achieve results within cost and schedule constraints.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership.
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code and National Electrical Safety Code.
• Experience working with Class 1 railroad construction projects is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, plans, and specifications.
• Strong math skills.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Applicants must pass a pre-employment physical and substance abuse test.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to travel throughout the United States.

EXPERIENCE:

• 5 or more years of related experience

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION:

• A Professional Engineer license or ability to become licensed is preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Revit
• AutoCAD
• MicroStation
• Microsoft Office
• Bluebeam Revu
• SKM
• AGI32

BENEFITS:

• 99% Company Paid HSA plan Health Insurance and Dental Insurance
• 100% Company Paid Vision Insurance
• 100% Company Paid Life, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Discretionary Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Work Schedules

COMPENSATION:

• $75,000 – $125,000, based on experience