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Sr. Electrical Engineer-Energy Job in Cincinnati, Ohio US

Sr. Electrical Engineer-Energy

KCI Technologies, Inc. - Cincinnati, OH

Posted: 10/28/2024 - Expires: 1/26/2025

Job ID: 281226275

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Job Description

Sr. Electrical Engineer-Energy


Job Locations

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ID

2024-5786


Category

Engineering


Type

Full-Time Regular - 40 hours


Posted Date

9 hours ago(10/28/2024 8:40 AM)


Max

USD $55.23/Hr.


Min

USD $40.83/Hr.


Overview




Join us as we Rise to the Challenge



At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.



THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 50 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!



KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.


Duties, Responsibilities & Other




We are seeking a Professional Engineer (PE) to join our Alternative Energy team as a valuable member in Photovoltaic (PV) and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise, guidance, and support to the Design Engineering team, contributing to distributed generation (DG) and utility-scale environments. This role demands expertise in electrical infrastructure, SCADA, protective relaying, controls, and a deep understanding of national codes, including NEC and NESC.

Design phase lead for all phases of solar and energy storage development & construction
Review electrical designs throughout project development, design, and construction phases, conduct advanced electrical modeling, and review equipment test reports and shop drawings.
Provide priorities of work, feedback on initiatives, and establish new focus areas to drive continuous improvement, supporting leadership and engineering teams.

Position Requirements:

Must be a Professional Electrical Engineer with significant experience in PV and BESS projects
Must have expertise in electrical infrastructure, SCADA, protective relaying, and controls.
Strong understanding of national codes, including NEC and NESC.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide junior engineering team members.
Innovative thinking and a collaborative mindset

Preferred experience:

Familiarity with power generation, plant design, environmental compliance and multi-discipline industrial projects.
Experience working on decarbonization design efforts through state-of-the-art technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen pow.


Qualifications




Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Appropriate graduate level work. Master's degree preferred.
6 - 10 years of professional experience. PE Required.
The target candidate will have experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring projects involving both overhead and underground engineering systems.
Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.


Performance Expectations




Submit for approval and deliver timely annual Employee Performance Appraisals for assigned staff
Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
Manage work routine of all assigned staff and assign job activities as required
Complete other duties as required/assigned
Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target(75%-80% typical)
Attend bi-weekly(or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks
Chart and provide task performance results
Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required
Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
Prepare interpractice agreements and/or outside requests as required
Provide technical project and staff oversight
Serve as task manager on select projects
Compare field data to base plan
Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed
Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and cost estimates for review and approval
Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval
Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job
Review and approve shop drawings
Complete Annual Individual Training Program

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Federal Contractor
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
Bachelor's degree
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Job Reference Code
81510585
Salary
N/A
Licenses / Certifications:
N/A
Display Recommended WorkKeys®Recommended WorkKeys®:
Applied Math: 5
Graphic Literacy: 6

Workplace Documentation: 7