Senior Project Engineer

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Raleigh, NC, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Energy • Utilities • Industrial
The Role
Designs and engineers utility substations and industrial medium-voltage systems. Responsibilities include creating electrical drawings and equipment specifications, performing short-circuit, load-flow, and arc-flash studies, developing protective device settings, reviewing shop drawings, mentoring junior staff, sealing engineering documents, and supporting relay, breaker, and transformer testing. The role requires compliance with safety, technical, and administrative standards and involves up to 25% travel and field work.
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At POWERX, our people are at the heart of everything we do. From testing and commissioning to engineering and compliance, every service we provide plays a vital role in powering safe, reliable, and efficient systems.

As the nation’s leading provider of comprehensive power solutions, we foster a culture of integrity, respect, and teamwork. In an ever-evolving industry, our mission is to help businesses optimize system performance, ensure safety and compliance, and drive operational excellence through innovation and accountability.

Whether you're an experienced professional or launching your career, POWERX provides an environment where you can grow, make an impact, and build a lasting legacy.


ABOUT US 

At ELECT, P.C., we take pride in being the premier provider of comprehensive power services, ensuring that power systems operate efficiently and reliably. Our commitment to quality and excellence is evident in our field services, engineering and consulting expertise, and adherence to certifications and regulations. Safety and performance are at the forefront of our integrated approach. 

We are a people-first company, valuing integrity, respect, and teamwork. Our mission is to empower businesses by optimizing system performance, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving operational excellence with innovative solutions. At ELECT, P.C., we offer a dynamic environment where both experienced professionals and newcomers can grow, make an impact, and build a legacy. 

Our vision is to lead the future of power systems with cutting-edge technology, sustainable practices, and a relentless focus on customer success. We are dedicated to expanding our expertise, locations, and services while maintaining our people-first philosophy. Partnering with ELECT, P.C. means gaining a trusted team of passionate experts committed to delivering value and fostering lasting relationships. Join us in making power work for our clients and the communities we serve! 

OUR POWERX PERKS 

  • Competitive Pay
  • Incentives for Certifications
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, Basic Life/AD&D, and other ancillary products
  • Retirement program with a company match
  • Performance Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • PTO including Wellness Days and Paid Holidays
  • And much more!

Job Summary:

The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for executing high-level electrical engineering tasks to meet client specifications and project scopes. This role includes developing technical drawings, performing power system studies, and creating equipment specifications, while ensuring adherence to company standards and safety protocols. This role will work in accordance with company safety policies and ensure compliance with administrative and technical standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership and mentorship to junior staff.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Design and Development

  • Create detailed electrical drawings for utility substations and industrial medium-voltage systems, including:
    • One-line AC and DC elementary drawings.
    • Grounding drawings.
    • Electrical wiring diagrams.
    • Conduit and cable trench designs.
    • Conduit and cable schedules.
  • Develop specifications for electrical power equipment, such as power transformers, circuit breakers, reclosers, switches, and cables.

Analysis and Calculations

  • Perform electrical power system studies (e.g., short circuit, load flow, and arc flash incident energy analyses) using specialized engineering software.
  • Conduct complex engineering calculations related to power systems analysis and design.
  • Develop protective device settings, subject to review by the project manager.

Project Support

  • Review shop drawings to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
  • Assist project managers by reviewing the work of project engineers, technicians, designers, drafters, and interns.
  • Seal electrical drawings, specifications, protective device settings, and reports as needed.
  • Assist with electrical equipment testing activities, including relay testing, circuit breaker testing (LV/MV), and transformer testing.

Additional responsibilities and tasks as required to support the organization's goals and adapt to evolving business needs.

Attributes/Abilities:

  • Must have a satisfactory background/MVR check.
  • Must pass a pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and/or random drug test.
  • Must have reliable transportation and possess a valid driver’s license.
  • Basic understanding of electrical theory.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Comprehensive understanding of three-phase electrical power in high and medium voltage applications.
  • Ability to independently complete projects and complex tasks with high accuracy.
  • Proficiency with engineering software packages such as EasyPower, SKM, Synergee, and Milsoft.
  • Expertise in AutoCAD.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a project team.

Experience and Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • Successful completion of the Engineering Principles and Practice Examination.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer.
  • 10+ years of experience in electrical power systems engineering.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
  • Ability and willingness to work occasional overtime as needed.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Must wear appropriate and mandated PPE including arc-flash suit, safety glasses, hard hat, respirator, hearing protection, steel-toed boots, etc.
  • Ability to walk, stand, climb, pull, push, sit, and work in a cramped or confined space.
  • Potential low exposure to various conditions, including dirt, heat, fumes, smoke, water, noise, vibration, grease, oil, and dust. 

ELECT, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 


Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • Successful completion of the Engineering Principles and Practice Examination
  • Licensed Professional Engineer
  • 10+ years of experience in electrical power systems engineering
  • Comprehensive understanding of three-phase electrical power in high- and medium-voltage applications
  • Proficiency with EasyPower, SKM, Synergee, and Milsoft
  • Expertise in AutoCAD
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to independently complete projects and complex tasks accurately
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively on project teams
  • Satisfactory background and MVR check
  • Pass pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable-suspicion, and/or random drug testing
  • Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in confined spaces
  • Willingness to wear mandated personal protective equipment
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The Company
180 Employees
Year Founded: 2021

What We Do

POWERX provides comprehensive electrical and power-system services for businesses nationwide. Its offerings include NETA field services, commissioning, maintenance, testing, engineering, consulting, regulatory and certification compliance, protection and control, system monitoring, diagnostics, and technical training. The company’s mission is to deliver reliable, innovative, efficient electrical solutions that optimize performance, improve safety, and drive operational excellence across mission-critical, utility, renewable, manufacturing, commercial, and petrochemical environments.

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