Electrical Power Systems Study Senior Associate

at  DLB Associates

JOB SUMMARY

This position in DLB’s Mission Critical Department focuses primarily on hyperscale data centers and related mission critical facilities.
The Power Systems Study Specialist will have the opportunity to work with and collaborate with all design staff and further develop their power studies expertise. This person will work as part of the Engineering Team to complete short circuit coordination and arc flash studies on a wide variety of mission critical projects.
The Power System Study Specialist will receive limited direction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments. Will execute and assist project leadership on projects of complex scope. Will work independently or under limited supervision.
The Power System Study Specialist will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING EXCEPT AS NOTED)

• Knowledge of electrical topologies associated with mission critical facilities.
• Knowledge of the operation, types, and settings of protective devices like relays, circuit breakers, and fuses.
• Understanding of the ratings, capabilities, and conditions of various power system equipment.
• Knowledge of industry and safety standards related to power systems, especially concerning arc flash hazards and other safety-related matters.
• Knowledge of the effects and requirements of connecting new generation or loads to existing systems.
• Skill in using power system simulation software such as ETAP, PSS/E, SKM, Easy Power, etc.
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
• Skilled at reviewing design drawings and equipment submittals.
• Skilled in performing code analysis including selection of equipment, wiring, etc. to meet code requirements
• Skilled in performing code analysis and advanced knowledge of electrical codes
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
• Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
• Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of othersOrganizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

TRAVEL / RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Approximately 10%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states
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Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.
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EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from ABET accredited institution