Power Engineer

Power Engineer - ( 240001HV )

Description

At Stantec, we approach every water and natural resource project we undertake-whether at the local, regional, or watershed level- thoughtfully, and execute it with excellence across all project phases. We partner with our clients to design fit-for-purpose solutions that address their communities' unique needs throughout the water infrastructure lifecycle. Our experts lead their fields and guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. We're a place where you can apply your passion and collaborate with top talent on work that's critical to our clients, our communities, and the industry at large.

Your Opportunity

Our Puerto Rico office is looking for a Power Engineer to join our team. As a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Power Engineer will work on a broad spectrum of electrical and control aspects of multiple projects that may include planning and studies, new & retrofit installations, upgrades to existing systems-including transmission and distribution, testing, commissioning, and optimization.

Your Key Responsibilities

Candidate must have working knowledge of low and medium voltage power distribution design, motor control concepts and functionality, electrical system protection and control, standby power options and implementation, lighting, detailed design deliverables, construction contract administration and support, and commissioning activities for different type of projects that may include transmission and distribution power systems, renewable energy projects, water and wastewater treatment facilities, industrial facilities, commercial and residential facilities, and others both in the private and public sectors.

Candidate shall

• Have the ability to adapt to different clients' design standards.

• Be responsible for assistance with proposal requests, developing design and construction engineering fees, and report writing

• Complete condition assessments for various facilities including report writing and participation in client meetings.

• Assist in preparing detailed design drawing packages for projects of varying scale, including the following: utility interconnection, substation design, electrical system protection and coordination, MV power distribution, MV motor control, standby power systems design, LV power distribution, LV motor control, Instrumentation and Control, building services (lighting, security, etc.), DC systems,, grounding, equipment layouts

• Complete and review electrical design calculations

• Assist with preparation of contract documentation including equipment specifications, cable/conduit schedules, installation specifications, equipment procurement documents, sub-contractor requisitions, scope-of-work, bill-of-materials, and process narratives

• Participate in technical review and quality control of design drawings and documents.

• Support during tendering and construction including responding to RFIs, assisting Stantec and client site personnel, reviewing shop drawings, evaluating electrical reports (short circuit, protective device coordination, arc flash, ground potential rise (GPR), harmonics, etc.), completing site inspections, preparing testing plans, preparation and evaluation of change orders and participation in project meetings

• Coordinate electrical system designs with other engineering disciplines (process, mechanical, civil, structural, etc.), vendors, and outside design team members.

• Collaborate with internal designers/drafters team.

• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and standards, relevant industry standards and regulations. Coordination and liaison with clients and approving authorities.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Excellent working knowledge of local electrical codes and standards, relevant industry standards and regulations. Understanding of MV and LV power distribution design concepts, equipment and personnel safety strategies and electrical system protection theories and applications.

• Strong analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail and continual diligence to follow-up. Ability to exercise sound judgment

• Self-motivated, with strong desire to learn and fulfill client expectations.

• Well organized, with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects. Strong organizational, interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.

• Must be able to be a part of cross-functional teams with the ability to relate well and cooperate with other members of the team, to effectively coordinate activities and accomplish goals

• Introduction to or experience in project management considered an asset

• Strong communication skills are required for this role

• Field review and commissioning exposure or experience is considered an asset

• Experience with MS office suite and MS project

• Fluent in written and spoken English and Spanish

Education and Experiences

• Minimum ~~~. in Electrical Engineering

• 3 to 5 years of electrical design experience - Experience in the design and implementation of MV and LV electrical systems including substations, motors and drives, power distribution, power generation, as well as working knowledge of field instrumentation and automated equipment integration.

Typical office environment, working with computers and drawings for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to hazards including construction, weather, and industrial operations that may be experienced at water and/or wastewater related facilities.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. The experience will forever shape your future. #FeelingEnergized

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Puerto Rico-Guaynabo

Other Locations : United States

Organization : BC-1300 Energy-US Puerto Rico

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Apr 4, 2024, 10:00:37 AM

Req ID: 240001HV

additional

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans