What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Studies Engineer - Entry-Level position at Commonwealth Associates, Inc.?
Job Responsibilities
- Develops understanding of assigned client standards, policies, and procedures by reading and applying specific design guides, study criteria, standards, systems, and applicable engineering codes.
- Develops an understanding of and complies with Commonwealth Associates' quality program.
- Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts by proactively presenting leadership with suggestions related to process, tools, and engineering practices.
- Takes ownership of professional development, striving for high-quality performance while seeking support, guidance, and mentorship from more experienced engineers.
- Attends internal and external client meetings, conference calls, and client site visits accompanied by a mentor.
- In collaboration with the Business Development department, represents the company’s emerging professional engineers at career fairs as needed.
- Supports the needs of the internal project team while developing an understanding of external clients' interests, expectations, system requirements, and project drivers.
- Coordinates with project teams, cross-functional teams, and other engineering groups within the company to provide information and technical assistance as directed.
- Works with administrative staff to coordinate tasks and prepare project documents.
- Collects, reviews, assimilates, and manages electrical system data used for engineering analysis and power system modeling.
- Assists with the development, maintenance, and validation of power system models.
- Contributes to the preparation of engineering deliverables, including technical reports, calculations, system studies, models, and study documentation.
- Performs basic power system studies and engineering analyses under the guidance of experienced engineers, which may include power flow/load flow, short-circuit, contingency, voltage, and related system performance analyses.
- Reviews study results and assists experienced engineers with identifying system performance concerns and developing engineering recommendations.
- Prepares basic engineering calculations following standard methods and principles used in power system analysis.
- Develops proficiency with applicable power system analysis, modeling, and simulation software.
- Performs routine research related to electrical equipment, system characteristics, industry standards, and engineering methodologies.
- Supports quality reviews by checking study inputs, system models, calculations, and technical deliverables for accuracy and completeness.
- Understands and works within budgeted hours, project schedules, and quality requirements.
- Completes expense reports and timesheets in a timely and accurate manner and seeks direction from a supervisor when conflicts arise.
- Remains aware of and demonstrates an understanding of project scope management.