Electrical Engineer

L&S Electric

  • Rothschild, WI
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Description:Are you interested in joining a company that was recently certified as a "Great Place to Work" for the fourth year in a row? If so, please read on...Responsibilities:
  • Prepare O&M manual, factory acceptance test (FAT), installation, site acceptance test (SAT), and customer training documents.
  • Configuration of excitation and protective relay systems.
  • Create and implement O&M/FAT/SAT standards.
  • Design cut-ins for electrical protection and excitement retrofits.
  • Design cut-ins for governor retrofits, plant control, and unit control electrical.
  • Design electrical 1-line and 3-line drawings.
  • Design electrical schematic, external electrical wiring, functional elementary, internal panel wiring, PLC, and powerplant circuit breaker control drawings.
  • Design, develop, test, and start up projects as requested.
  • Determine features to replace existing excitation and protective relaying systems.
  • Develop customer training documents.
  • Develop descriptions of system operation.
  • Develop hardware I/O List.
  • Ensure effective information handoffs.
  • Ensure system engineering is complete prior to handing off work for detailed engineering and design.
  • Interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
  • Interpret technical project specifications as required by sales and engineering project management.
  • Minimize rework and warranty on all projects.
  • Perform demolition and installation engineering, design reviews, electrical calculations for system sizing and component selection.
  • Perform excitation system configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.
  • Perform FAT, installation supervision, SAT, customer training and system commissioning as requested.
  • Perform onsite inspections and project “kick-off” meetings as assigned.
  • Perform protective relay configuration, testing, and programming.
  • Perform short circuit, coordination and load flow calculations, and studies.
  • Perform sizing of excitation systems.
  • Support Engineering division as requested.
  • Utilize L&S Electric ISO system to ensure quality products and services.
  • Work effectively with all other project team members including control, electrical and mechanical disciplines.
  • Work with designers to develop drawings.
  • All other duties as assigned by management.
  • Commissioning of excitation, governor, protective relaying, and unit control systems.
Requirements:
  • BSEE and 5 years' experience or technical degree and 10 years' experience with electrical power generation controls and protection.
  • Familiar with ASME, IEEE, IEC, NEC standards for electric power generating plants
  • Familiarity with excitation systems, governor systems, and unit / plant operation and protection.
  • Strong conceptualization ability along with strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, including the ability to explain complex technical issues to decision-makers and project teams.
  • Strong leadership skills.
  • Ability to travel more than 30% domestically and internationally.
  • Able to perform all essential functions of the job.
Preferred:
  • Professional engineering registration or the ability to become registered.
Physical demands:
  • Essential functions of this job require the following minimal physical demands. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Must be able to adhere to applicable safety practices for the site.
  • Occasionally lifting heavy objects.
  • Uneven or slippery walking surfaces.
  • Able to wear proper PPE (hearing protection, safety glasses, hard hat, etc.).
Summary:Why L & S Electric?We don't just offer a job-we offer a future. At L&S Electric, we believe in rewarding our team with benefits that truly make a difference.Your Benefits:Health First: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.Peace of Mind: Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.Financial Well-being: 401(k) with generous match.Time to Recharge: 3 weeks PTO, 7 paid holidays, plus volunteer time off.Your Tools, On Us: Safety glasses and shoe programs.More Than a Paycheck: Performance-based bonus opportunities.Support When You Need It: Employee Assistance Program at no cost.Hear From Us Firsthand:Commitment to Equal Opportunity:L&S Electric is an AAP/EEO employer and uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment where everyone is treated equally.Ready to Power Up Your Career?At L&S Electric, you're not just a number-you're part of a legacy. Join a team that puts safety, integrity, and people first. Apply now and become part of a company that's powering progress-one repair at a time.

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