The Sr. Power Systems Engineer provides applied electrical engineering and technical expertise for customers in the areas of power system design, power systems studies, power quality analysis, installation, startup, maintenance, and repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical power system engineering assessments in the areas of equipment installation, failed equipment analysis, equipment protection schemes, and grounding for Low, Medium and High Voltage installations
• Perform studies including short-circuit calculations, protection and coordination analysis, arc-flash hazard analysis, harmonic system analysis, grounding (step/touch and GPR), and motor starting studies
• Power Quality analysis, including capacitor and harmonic filter selection
• Perform electrical design improvements primarily to support the upgrade of electrical distribution
• Prepare written reports of inspection findings, proposals, and recommended solutions or improvements
• Perform complete engineering documentation packages for new power system projects including: electrical equipment and installation specifications, Single Line Diagrams, Three-line diagrams, DC control schematics, AC control schematics, equipment layout drawings, cable schedules, cable tray drawings, etc.
• Able to mentor Power Systems Engineers as needed
• Provide practical technical expertise to internal/external clients through excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Meet customers on-site to review and identify their needs; provide engineering cost estimates and bid proposals.
• Utilize Engineering skills and applicable codes and standards to implement electrical systems that are safe, dependable, and practical
• Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures such as LOTO
• Demonstrate theoretical understanding of electricity and a good aptitude for problem solving through team collaboration
• Dependable and responsible with good judgment and organizational skills
• Excellent project management skills including cost tracking, equipment procurement, resource planning, scope management, and execution
• Work effectively with customers, peers and senior management to resolve client issues
• Work may require flexible hours, weekends and holidays along with the availability to work out of town as needed
• Other duties as assigned by the manager

Required Experience And Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (or related field such as Power Systems) with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. Experience in industrial projects is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in power systems engineering studies (short-circuit, coordination, load flow, arc flash, harmonics, etc.)
• Experience with power system analysis software such as ETAP or equivalent
• Excellent technical writing and oral communication skills are required
• Knowledge of various industry standards including ANSI, IEEE, CEC, NETA, NEC, OSHA and NFPA.
• Self-management of assigned projects and job cost accountability to perform work within budgeted cost estimates
• Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures
• Not required, but considered strong assets: protection relay testing and commissioning, control systems design, PLC/HMI programming, experience with AutoCAD Electrical

Who we are! RESA Power is a dynamic, people first organization that prides itself on being the employer of choice in its industry! RESA is fortunate to have an extraordinarily talented group of people who take pride in everything they do! RESA Power has locations throughout the United States & Canada. We are a trusted service provider committed to ensuring the safety, performance, and compliance of electrical distribution systems. With a track record of long-term partnerships and excellence in customer experience for nearly a decade!

Our Mission RESA Power is the industry leader in electrical life extension products and services with many locations across the United States and Canada. We are experts in servicing major power distribution and control markets and have one of the largest inventories of obsolete and hard-to-find components in the industry. ~ Service is our product

Core Cultural Competencies We do it right

• We pride ourselves on our integrity and expertise. We don’t cut corners.
• You perform job responsibilities safely, efficiently, and thoroughly all day, every day.
• You conduct yourself professionally, ethically, and honestly.
• You display sound judgment and decision-making skills. You avoid choosing courses of action that assume unreasonable risk to yourself or the Company.
• You are on time and preplan time off.
• You produce a quality product.

We are customer driven

• Our number one concern is our customer and our long-term relationships with them prove our dedication.
• You approach job responsibilities with enthusiasm, professionalism, and in a customer focused manner.
• You promote goodwill by handling all contacts (example: coworkers, management, vendors, customers, etc.) with respect, courtesy, cooperation, attentiveness and follow instructions from management.

We focus on growth

• We are dedicated to growing the company and our employees.
• You understand and apply your knowledge of techniques, policy, procedures, equipment, and skills involved in the job.
• You seek out new assignments and assume additional duties.
• You seek to expand your abilities (certifications, continuing ed, OTJ experience, etc.).

We solve problems

• Every day is different, so we need to be innovative, decision makers, flexible and adaptable.
• You efficiently and thoroughly complete assignments.
• You perform work assignments independently.
• You propose new ideas and find better ways of doing things.

We get it done

• We are efficient, reliable and no nonsense. We work hard, but we also play hard.
• You follow through on commitments in a timely way.
• You produce easily understandable and accurate reports that meet customer and/or Company expectations.
• You actively listen. You seek advice and help as appropriate.
• You can effectively deliver messages to a variety of individuals (RESA employees, vendors, customers, etc.).

We build strong relationships

• Our leaders are servant leaders. We provide you with the support of a well-run company, but the connectedness of a family.
• We collaborate with each other and our customers.
• You collaborate to create the best solutions for each other and our customers.
• You build strong relationships within the team, across RESA departments and locations and with customers and vendors.

Additional Information Travel: 0-25%

Compensation: $130 - $150 annually Physical Demands: Lifting a minimum of 50lbs on a daily, crawling, climbing, standing for long periods of time, and working in non-ideal conditions. Also responsible for completing computer work.

RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.