Junior Electrical Engineer-Bellingham, WA
Company: Kestrel Engineering Group Inc.
Location: Bellingham
Posted on: June 20, 2022
Job Description:
Junior Electrical Engineer - Bellingham, WA -SummaryWork
includes support for all project phases, with particular focus in
detailed engineering. -Position will be assigned as an electrical
engineer for projects and will be responsible to apply engineering
principles and experience to the development of various electrical
engineering deliverables, while also effectively communicating with
other engineering disciplines and the client.ReportingPosition
reports administratively to the Engineering Manager. -In project
structure, position reports to the discipline lead engineer and/or
the project manager/project engineer. -ResponsibilitiesInclude the
following. Other duties may be assigned as required. --- - - - - -
-Responsible for development of electrical power systems
engineering deliverables including one-line, three-line, schematic
and connections drawings, cabling and grounding systems, and other
related documents. --- - - - - - -Responsible for sizing and
selection of electrical equipment, including development of
specifications and data sheets. --- - - - - - -Responsible for
lighting, lightning, grounding, and cable tray design, including
sizing conduit, wires and motors. --- - - - - - -Responsible for
review of electrical shop drawings and data. -Interface with
suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines and designers.
--- - - - - - -Responsible for preparation of construction drawing
and specification packages.Education, Skills and Experience
- BSc in electrical engineering and between 5 to 10 years of
experience in the petrochemical, oil & gas, power generation and/or
metallurgical/mineral process industries. -Entry level college
graduates considered for internship or regular full-time
positions.
- Ability to produce quality work under the constraints of the
project.
- Ability to perform power system studies, including short
circuit, load flow, protective coordination and arc flash using
software tools (e.g., SKM, ETAP, EasyPower).
- Ability to specify large electrical apparatus including
transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, variable frequency
drives, power conditioning equipment and other related
devices.
- Protective relaying design expertise a plus.
- Experience in conducting area classification assessments,
interpreting relevant codes (e.g., API, NFPA) and developing
engineering designs consistent with area classification
requirements.
- Knowledge of applicable model codes addressing electrical
design/engineering (e.g., NFPA, NEMA, IEEE, IEC).
- Previous consulting experience is strongly
preferred.Certifications, Credentials, Licenses & Registrations
- Successful completion of FE exam and professional goal to
pursue PE license required.
- Eligibility to obtain or currently hold a valid Transportation
Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) required.We offer a full
benefits package. -Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Company paid Life
& AD&D Insurance, Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term
Disability, Supplemental Life & Dependent Life Insurance, and a
Flexible Spending Account. -We also offer a generous Paid Time Off
program, 8 paid holidays, and overtime compensation for exempt
staff.Kestrel Engineering Group Inc. has a policy of conducting
background checks and drug and alcohol testing for all candidates
who accept an offer of employment with us."Kestrel is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. -All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected
veteran status." -Qualification RequirementsAll Kestrel staff must
have the legal right to work in the United States. -Kestrel does
not provide immigration or work visa sponsorship.To perform this
job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. -The requirements listed are
representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required.
-Reasonable accommodations may be made when possible to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.Should also possess the following competencies: -Able to
identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Develop
alternative solutions; Keep emotions under control while under
stressful situations; Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or
negative situations; present numerical data effectively and
accurately; show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences;
promote a harassment-free environment; work with integrity and
ethically; follow the Company's policies and procedures; prioritize
and plan work activities; use time efficiently; approach others in
a tactful manner; accept responsibility for own actions; deal with
frequent change, delays, or unexpected events; be consistently at
work and on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when
absent; arrive at meetings and appointments on time; and ask for
and offer help when needed. -Workplace Requirements:Due to the
nature of our work, all employees must be capable, eligible and
willing to visit our clients at their industrial facilities. -This
entails a willingness and ability to travel, wear required personal
protective equipment and to comply with our safety policies as well
as those of our clients. -Drug & Alcohol Testing: -Drug and alcohol
screening will be completed by Kestrel at employment initiation and
periodically thereafter as required to meet our client
requirements. -This testing is performed in accordance with state
and federal requirements and as defined by client drug and alcohol
testing requirements. -Failure to pass a drug or alcohol test,
refusing to submit to testing, and/or providing an adulterated or
substituted sample, will be cause for termination where not
contrary to law.Background Checks: -Background checks will be
completed by Kestrel at employment initiation and periodically
thereafter as required to meet our client requirements. -The
results of background checks will be kept confidential and will not
be actionable unless they reveal information that would make the
employee ineligible for client site access.Travel Requirements:
-Kestrel employees must be willing and able to travel by driving or
flying to client facilities and other Kestrel offices. -In order
for Kestrel employees to drive as a course of their employment they
must have a valid driver's license and be insurable through
Kestrel's insurance provider. -You must be willing and able to
drive your own properly registered and insured vehicle. -Any
negative incidents such as speeding tickets or DUI's could prevent
an employee from being insurable as a driver of a Kestrel or rental
vehicle. Must also meet all requirements to fly with commercial
airlines without restriction. -Language SkillsBecause Kestrel
maintains strict adherence to company policies and procedures, for
an individual to perform this job successfully, he/she must have
the ability to speak, write and understand English. Ability to
read, communicate, interpret, and comprehend simple instructions,
correspondence and memos, both electronically and in written form.
-Mathematical SkillsAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and
decimals. - -Reasoning AbilityAbility to apply common sense
understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral,
electronic, or diagram form. -Ability to deal with problems
involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
-Must be able to work and communicate well with others; work well
under the pressure of ensuring that requirements and specifications
are met; work with minimal supervision.Physical Demands The
physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. -Kestrel employees, with reasonable
accommodation, must be willing and able to independently enter,
perform work within, and evacuate from all areas within the
client's site. -Reasonable accommodations may be made when possible
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.Must be willing and able to complete accurate and
efficient field documentation in heavy industrial environment,
including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), may require
physical ability to walk over uneven surfaces, work from elevated
surfaces, and navigate around or climb on industrial equipment
(i.e. climbing pipe racks, ladders, stairs, etc.) and related
requirements.While performing the duties of this job, the associate
is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and
talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to sit and reach
with hands and arms. -The associate is occasionally required to
walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. -The
associate must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and
occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. -Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, depth
perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work
environment characteristics described here are representative of
those an employee encounters while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made when
possible to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. -The noise level in the office work
environment is generally quiet. -The noise level at client sites is
usually very loud. -At client sites you may also be exposed to
moving mechanical parts, fumes, gases, airborne particles, confined
spaces, and may occasionally be exposed to risk of electrical
shock.
Keywords: Kestrel Engineering Group Inc., Bellingham , Junior Electrical Engineer-Bellingham, WA, Professions , Bellingham, Washington
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