Principal Electrical Engineer
Job Description:
The Principal Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the design of AC and DC power distribution systems, lighting systems, grounding, paralleling switchgear, standby generators, MV distribution, Building Management Systems (BMS), power systems studies, lightning suppression system, calculations and analysis with primary emphasis on Power Modules, IT Modules, Facilities and Data Centers. The EE will design to customer specifications and requirements and will support all Electrical inquiries and business development activities. The EE will provide general electrical configuration designs for commercial and Government facilities, Data Centers, Switching Centers, power generation and distribution systems, etc. The designer shall develop a detailed drawing package for the integration of all electrical systems. The Electrical Engineer will provide single line signal wire diagrams and electrical diagrams that demonstrate electrical integration of UPS power systems, DC power systems, standby generator, grounding, cooling, fire protection, surveillance, BMS, lighting and other equipment in the building. This Individual will coordinate the facility power systems with architectural and mechanical designs, Factory and Site Acceptance Testing and commissioning.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the lead electrical engineer and oftentimes project manager on assigned projects from proposal development, requirement development to final commissioning stage.
- Design optimal UPS power systems and/or DC Power Systems based on customer equipment and IT loads.
- Design of switchgear configurations and control schemes, utilizing PLCs and/or relays, to accomplish automated transfer operations.
- Design of ground fault protective schemes, including those involving multiple sources.
- Develop Basis of Design Philosophy
- Conduct Lighting Analysis (interior and exterior) and develop lighting plan.
- Conduct Lightning Protection System analysis and design
- Generation of bills of material, and modification of standard assemblies as required to satisfy the application.
- Familiarity with Modbus and TCP/IP communications protocols, and RS-485 and Ethernet interfaces.
- Provide a detailed Schematic Design (SD), Detail Design( DD) and Construction Drawing (CD) narrative for electrical design aspects of the solution
- Electrical designer lead from initial concept through design stages until finished 100% design and Issue For Construction design package.
- Experience collaborating with other disciplines and external partners - General contractors or architects to create a construction document set.
- Specify the appropriate electrical equipment like UPS, Switchgear, Generator, etc.
- Provide detail sizing analysis of Standby Emergency generators based on type of loads - capacitance, inductance, motor loads, high/low inertia loads, UPS, lighting, etc.
- Work with local agencies having jurisdiction to ensure compliance with federal, state and municipal requirements and building codes.
- Review and approve electrical product submittals.
- Define project scope and provide technical support for information requests prior to and during construction phases.
- Quality control during integration of electrical systems
- Support for all on site integration support
- Define project scope and provide technical support for information requests prior to and during construction phases.
- Work with commissioning teams to properly test and validate installation, operation and performance of electrical systems.
- Travel to sites for site review and work with onsite field engineers, as well as provide engineering evaluations, electrical systems audits and start-up as needed.
- Collaborating closely with internal and external customers and partners on the planning of activities to ensure production needs are addressed with minimum schedule impacts.
Required Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Required Experience:
- Previous experience in electrical engineering and government facilities electrical design
- AutoCAD experience is required, REVIT experience is desired
- Expertise with electrical design standards, and detailed understanding of
related codes/standards. e.g.; NAVFAC Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) & Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS), NFPA (70, 101, 780), - Experience with Specs Intact for specification development is highly desired
- Understanding of the A&E design process
and providing oversite of engineering design
packages. - Minimum 10 years of Electrical Engineering experience
- Professional engineering (PE) License required
- Experience reading and interpreting electrical construction drawings and equipment specifications
- Interpreting customer specification requirements.
- Have the ability to research new designs, technologies and construction methods for data center equipment and facilities
- Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
- Proven Project Management skills. PMP desired but not required
- Proven ability to work independently with little direction or supervision
- Detailed understanding of ductbanks, manholes and facility design of medium voltage electrical distribution is required.
- Understanding and previous use of SKM Power Tools for coordination studies, arc flash analysis and system protection studies is desired.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance. You must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret or Secret desired
Ability to Work Remote: YES
Kirby Pike Engineering is a full-service engineering company based in Lagrange, GA. We specialize in engineering maintenance and logistics support to contribute to the mission success for our nation’s armed forces. Our team members join a small fast-growing technology-based company that provides the opportunity to excel professionally in an environment that acknowledges personal achievement and team success.
Kirby Pike Engineering is a verified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business established in 2019.
We strive to provide a work life balance that reflects the importance of family and your life outside of work. We offer competitive benefits including 401(k), 401(k) match, health insurance benefits, paid time off and holidays. Competitive salaries are based on several factors including the role, responsibilities, work experience, location, education, and additional skills.
Kirby Pike Engineering is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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, age, or any other federally protected class.
