Sr. Electrical Project Engineer

Title: Sr. Electrical Project Engineer  

Location: West Coast (Remote)

Overview: 

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Hire Type:  Direct hire

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for independently performing detailed engineering design on a variety of engineering tasks; performing engineering tasks on multiple small to medium sized projects with a moderate level of technical difficulty; performing most assignments independently with instructions as to the general results expected; receiving technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects; supervising other engineers or drafters/designers on assigned work.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Applying sound engineering knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of project assignments
•  Developing contacts with key engineers and officials in other organizations to confirm that engineering practices applied are consistent with current engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and current technological innovations
• Providing input to Project Managers and the Business Unit Leader concerning potential process and design improvements related to engineering design and technology
• Following systems of quality control and checking on all projects assigned
• Assisting in preparing proposals for the business unit by estimating engineering hours as an engineering discipline lead
• Developing and maintaining quality relationships with clients
• Maintaining a collaborative spirit in working with within the Business Unit (BU) and with other BUs
• Performing miscellaneous job-related duties as necessary

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an accredited university or equivalent technical degree
• Registration as a professional engineer is highly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience with at least 4 years of work experience in the pipeline industry or a related industry. At least 3 years of the work experience must be at a pipeline operating company or at an engineering consulting firm
• Collaborative approach to problem solving
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to build relationships with clients and staff members
• Developing industry contacts and knowledge of the industry
• Unquestioned business and personal integrity

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information