Electrical Engineer, PE

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Chester, VA, USA
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Professional Services • Consulting • Defense
The Role
Perform electrical engineering for industrial projects: layout, analysis, and design of power, lighting, grounding, and schematics. Produce equipment specs, single-line and motor schematics, calculations, and plan drawings. Lead a small design staff, perform quality checks, resolve technical conflicts, and use tools like AutoCAD, SKM/ETAP, and MS Office to support designs.
Summary Generated by Built In

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

ITAC’s purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.

We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. At ITAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.

General Description of the Job (tasks, duties, roles, expectations):

Independently performs Electrical Engineering activities for all phases of Electrical development and equipment design for a project of moderate size and complexity. Must be fully competent in performing all conventional aspects of Electrical Engineering and application of independent judgment for the evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard design engineering criteria, methods, and procedures. Assignments have objectives requiring the investigation of several variables. Periodic review of work done by less experienced engineers is required.

  • Perform the layout, analysis, and design of the electrical engineering scope of work for industrial projects.
  • Design and develop electrical documentation:
    • Electrical Equipment Specifications
    • Electrical Plan Drawings (Power, Lighting, Grounding, etc.)
    • Electrical Schematics (Single line diagrams, Motor Schematics, Interconnection diagrams, etc.)
    • Design Calculations
  • Work with and understand core design basis documentation (i.e., P&IDs, General Arrangements, Equipment List, etc.)
  • Lead a small staff of designers and possibly junior engineers.
  • Perform quality checking procedures on Electrical Engineering work performed by others.
  • Resolve technical design conflicts.
  • Cognizant of the capabilities and limitations of various computer software packages and automated engineering and design equipment to effectively direct their use for diverse engineering assignments. This includes proficiency in utilizing various computer software packages.
    • AutoCAD
    • MS Excel
    • MS Word
    • SKM/ETAP Power System Analysis

Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in an Electrical Engineering - accredited engineering program
  • PE Required
  • 10+ years of industrial and/or manufacturing experience
  • Plant engineering experience a plus
  • Background in industrial work
  • Knowledge of the National Electrical Code
  • Knowledge of 600V power distribution systems
  • Knowledge of plant infrastructure and equipment installation design
  • Working knowledge of industrial control systems
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD a plus
  • Good communication skills

Benefits

From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such as

  • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • 401k & ESOP
  • Life Insurance
  • Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Sick Time Off
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development
  • Wellness Program
  • Mentorship Program
  • Safety Incentive Program
  • 24/7 Chaplain Care
  • Flexible Schedule & Remote Working

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (accredited program)
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • 10+ years of industrial and/or manufacturing experience
  • Plant engineering experience
  • Background in industrial work
  • Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
  • Knowledge of 600V power distribution systems
  • Knowledge of plant infrastructure and equipment installation design
  • Working knowledge of industrial control systems
  • Proficiency with SKM or ETAP power system analysis software
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD
  • Proficiency with MS Excel and MS Word
  • Good communication skills
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The Company
600 Employees
Year Founded: 1988

What We Do

ITAC 1 (Industry Trade Advisory Committee on Aerospace and Defense Equipment) is a public-private partnership that engages business leaders to provide policy and technical advice to the U.S. government regarding trade agreements, market access, and trade policy in the aerospace and defense sectors. It serves as a key advisory body to the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Office of the United States Trade Representative.

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