Electrical Project Engineer- Industrial

Core Group Resources Careers - Newport News, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Newport News, VA

About the position

The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing electrical systems and solutions for projects in the Marine, Offshore, and Defense industries. This role emphasizes strong design capabilities and requires collaboration in project planning and execution, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop marine electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, communication, control systems, instrumentation, and safety systems.
• Perform power system analysis with SKM, Matlab/Simulink or similar software for Short Circuit Analysis, Load flow studies, motor starting studies, harmonic analysis, protective relay coordination, arc flash studies, transient stability simulation.
• Define project requirements, scope, and objectives.
• Participate in project planning, budgeting, and scheduling discussions.
• Create detailed technical specifications, schematics, diagrams, and other documentation for the design, implementation, and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Identify and select appropriate electrical components, equipment, and materials for each project.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards, ensure safety compliance, and implement mitigation measures.
• Develop testing procedures and protocols to validate the functionality and performance of electrical systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical issues, malfunctions, and discrepancies that arise during system installation, commissioning, and operation.
• Ensure all electrical designs and systems adhere to relevant maritime, oil and gas industry standards, as well as international electrical codes and safety regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is preferred.
• 10 years of proven experience in electrical system design, preferably within the maritime or oil and gas sectors.
• Proficient in relevant design and simulation software tools (AutoCAD, MATLAB, ETAP).