Power Electrical and Controls Engineer

The Foth Companies

The Role

Overview

Design & analysis of industrial medium & low voltage power and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • power distribution
  • power analysis
  • design review
  • qa/qc
  • proposal development
  • facilities electrical

Tasks

-Provide technical engineering design support for industrial projects electrical systems including medium (15 kV) & low voltage (600 VAC) power distribution -Electrical power analysis (utilizing SKM power tools for Windows, Easypower, etc.) to evaluate short circuit current, protective device coordination, arc flash & energy reduction designs, load studies, power factor correction and harmonics -Lead design work, delegate appropriate efforts, and hold team members accountable -Perform QA/QC of design packages and stamp -Work as part of a collaborative project team integrated with partner contractors and client -Engage directly in an industrial/manufacturing environment gathering field data and conducting field investigations, when required, for project work -Lead design reviews with the client and internal teams -Develop and write proposals which will include concepts, scope of work, deliverables, effort hours, and estimated cost -Design machine and process power distribution systems, facilities electrical and grounding systems and oversee installation -Lead the development of all project related documentation, schedules, and cost estimates -Facilities electrical systems including HVAC, lighting, power, communications, security, fire, supervisory systems, emergency power generators and standby systems, etc.

Requirements

  • 15+ years
  • medium voltage
  • autocad
  • pe license
  • power systems
  • nec

What You Bring

-Ability to travel for work up to 25% annually -15+ years of industry-relevant experience -Motor controls – low & medium voltage, full voltage, soft start, VFDs, motor control centers and power distribution panels and buses (moved from required to preferred) -5+ years of experience with medium voltage (up to15 kV) & low voltage (up to 600 VAC) power distribution systems including utility services, campus distribution, substations, switchgear, transformers, panel boards, grounding systems (including ungrounded/high resistance), capacitor banks, CT metering, etc. -Lightning suppression -Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering – Power System option or equivalent technical experience -Professional Engineer license -AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical -10+ years of industrial electrical systems engineering design & analysis experience -Complete power systems analysis (short circuit, load flow, overcurrent coordination, arc flash analysis, power factor, ground system, harmonics, panel SCCR) -National Electrical Code and related codes & standards (NFPA 70, 70B, 70E, 79 and IEEE color books)

The Company

About The Foth Companies

-With a focus on client satisfaction, it offers tailored solutions across multiple sectors including industrial, energy, and infrastructure. -Its projects range from large-scale infrastructure improvements to cutting-edge energy solutions, demonstrating the versatility of its expertise. -The company is known for its deep understanding of complex systems, which allows it to tackle both small and large projects with precision. -With a long history of innovation, the company integrates advanced technology to meet the evolving needs of its clients. -Recognized for its collaborative approach, the company consistently partners with clients to achieve successful project outcomes. -The firm’s work spans nationwide, serving a variety of industries, with a focus on sustainability and long-term impact.

Sector Specialisms

Aviation

Coastal and Waterfront Engineering and Dredging

Construction Services

Design-Build / Alternative Project Delivery

Distribution and Logistics Systems

Engineering for Product Manufacturing

Environmental and Regulatory Services

Geospatial and Geophysical

Mining Services

Remediation

Serial 1 Automation

Solid Waste Services

Strategic Consulting and Planning

Transportation

Water and Wastewater

Security Clearance

-drug testing required after offer; must complete within two business days.