Electrical Engineer

Actalent - Voorhees Township, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Voorhees Township, NJ

10,001+ employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Sr Electrical Engineer position at Actalent involves developing and participating in innovative solutions for microgrids, distributed generation systems, renewable energy, energy storage, and grid edge electrical systems. The role focuses on electrical engineering design, project coordination, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical engineering design duties under the supervision of the Director of Electrical Engineering
• Design grid-connected power generation systems including electrical single-line diagrams and grid interconnection applications
• Develop electrical equipment, materials, and installation specifications
• Evaluate equipment proposals and review technical submittals
• Assist in project coordination with other engineering disciplines
• Perform calculations and analysis reports: short circuit, relay & breaker coordination, arc flash, grounding, cable sizing, etc.
• Layout electrical equipment, route conduit, duct-bank and cable systems
• Support construction in the office and field by reviewing submittals, shop drawings and reports, as well as inspecting installation and overseeing testing and commissioning
• Respond to customer and contractor questions
• Participate in site surveys and inspections

Requirements

• BS in Engineering
• Minimum 5-10 years professional experience with proven progression in engineering, particularly in power, distributive generation, or related field
• Experience in executing multi-discipline projects utilizing AutoCad or Revit programs
• High and Medium voltage experience
• Knowledgeable of local, state and national code requirements
• Knowledge and experience engineering grid interconnection of power generation systems: internal combustion engines, combustion turbines, PV solar, battery energy storage
• Knowledge and experience specifying grid connecting switchgear and systems
• Knowledge and experience with one or more electric systems modelling software: ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, HOMER
• Knowledge and experience with developing electrical load flow, short circuit, relay coordination and arc flash studies
• Experience in managing and coordinating multidiscipline projects