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Electrical Engineer- Substation and Transformer Engineering

ESCO Automation

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Cedar Rapids, IA
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Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER-Substation and Transformer Engineering

The ideal candidate will be an Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) who can effectively communicate and collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

The Electrical Engineer will play a vital role in designing, building, and maintaining the electrical systems that power our client's plant automated machines and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Substation and transformer engineering to enhance power efficiency and reliability. Focused on high voltage to medium voltage.
  • Conduct load calculations for 480VAC systems to ensure proper power distribution
  • Apply a basic understanding of Arc Flash ratings and calculations to maintain safety standards
  • Create wiring diagrams, circuit breaker configuration recommendations, and other essential electrical components
  • Provide Allen Bradley basic control systems hardware architecture knowledge for obsolescence upgrades
  • Modify existing AutoCAD prints and create new designs as required
  • Accurately read and interpret electrical drawings

Technical Skills:

  • Expertise and experience to effectively collaborate with project engineering teams, ensuring the substation load balance requirements are continuously monitored and adjusted to align with evolving needs
  • Proficient understanding of automation principles, including machine control, sensor technology, and data acquisition
  • Skilled in using Allen Bradley PLC Controls Systems and AutoCAD software

***Additional Valuable Skills: ***

  • Knowledge of network topologies, including VLANs, firewalls, and servers
  • Understanding of network protocols such as EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, DH+, and RIO

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related STEM major
  • 3+ years’ experience in power system design, power conversion, power distribution, power sub-system design, and/or control systems
  • Ability to travel often in the assigned territory and occasionally travel to attend company, customer, and supplier activities and events
  • Current valid driver's license
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future

You should be proficient in:

  • Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
  • CAD Software
  • Engineering Degree

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • CAD Software
  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley)