Senior Electrical Engineer (PE - Power Engineering)

Who We Are

Vanderweil Engineers is a nationally recognized, top-ranked engineering firm specializing in MEP/FP and technology services. For 75 years, we've delivered innovative solutions across diverse sectors - including Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Academic, Healthcare, and Power. As one of the largest independently owned engineering firms in the U.S., our team of 500 professionals operates from nine offices nationwide, bringing deep expertise and a commitment to excellence to every project.

Our Power Group provides engineering for electrical generation plants, as well as utility substation and Transmission & Distribution projects.

We are looking for an experienced and energetic Senior Electrical Engineer designing unique utility electrical substations and power generation projects, including combined heat and power, renewables, grid storage, and large district energy thermal generation systems.

Some of your Responsibilities include:

• Lead teams of electrical engineers and designers providing technical direction for complex utility substation and power generation projects.
• Manage technical direction and workload of electrical engineers and designers located in multiple locations across the US by reviewing project technical requirements, holding weekly project meetings, and evaluating workloads.
• Respond to Requests for Proposals from clients and other company groups and offices. Take lead responsibility for developing scope of work, labor effort, and cost for client provided RFPs.
• Perform Quality Control and Quality Assurance tasks for large projects and assist project leads with unique situations and demands.
• Create, review, oversee and professionally seal as required for electrical designs during different phases of projects including schematic design, design development, and construction documents in accordance with the Electrical Department’s procedures and standards and specific client standards, where applicable.
• Manage utilization of Revit, AutoCAD, AutoCAD-3D, and Substation Design Suite to model electrical system components and systems in accordance with the Department and client’s procedures and standards.
• Be knowledgeable of and manage utilization of electrical power programs such as ETAP, SKM, CYME, CDEGS, and AGI32 lighting software.
• Strong physical understanding of laying out switchyards through 500kV, electrical gear and spaces, sizing branch circuits, laying out devices, lighting layout, and circuitry, including lighting controls, in accordance with the Energy Codes.
• Relay, protection, and control knowledge a plus
• Knowledgeable of associated Codes and Standards, including the ANSI/IEEE, NESC, IBC, IECC, and the NEC.
• Experience working on Utility Company projects and/or dealing with utilities for clients is desired.
• Project Management, including Construction Administration activities such as management of submittal reviews, RFI responses, and Shop Drawing reviews.
• Extensive understanding of electrical construction procedures and systems/materials used in constructing electrical systems and components.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills to support team coordination activities.
• Participate in annual reviews for employees and implement performance improvement plans for employees performing below expectations.
• Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Mentorship to younger personnel.

Essential Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems preferred.
• Professional Registration required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience designing and managing electrical systems in the Substation and Power Industry. Strong understanding of the ANSI/IEEE, NESC, NEC, IBC, and IECC.
• The preferred candidate will have excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, problem- solving, and analytical skills.

Our Flexible and Hybrid Work Culture

We know that work/life integration is important to our employees.Our hybrid work style (up to 2 days remote per week) allows team members to have flexibility while building their skills through in-person exposure to industry experts.

Our wellness programs prioritize our team members’ physical and behavioral health.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity in the workplace.

The compensation that we expect to pay for this position is commensurate with years of experience, professional licensure, geographic location, and education, but the total rewards package should be between $165,000 and $200,000 annually.