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Job Details
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Oakland, CA.
Summary:
There will be approximately 30% travel expected for this position. The goal is to embed MEP Engineers in each water shed to represent local asset strategy and partner with PMs in-person.
Duties/Day to Day Overview:
* This is a Field Engineer position - not a design engineer; They will be partnering with operations folks and maintenance crews (mechanics, electricians, non-engineers) - need to be able to speak to different parties
* The Engineer will be the program lead for various mechanical and/or electrical asset programs related to powerhouse equipment; Responsible for engagement with stakeholders and ensuring the strategic plans for these programs are aligned with Business Operational requirements as well as regulatory and compliance requirements
* Responsible for developing and documenting strategic plans associated with the Powerhouse Asset Family within the Powerhouse Asset Management Plan
* Responsible for investment strategies and technical scope requirement development for the purposes of long-term planning. Including investment strategies for major capital projects as well as maintenance and inspection activities
* Responsible for assisting in providing the strategic portfolio risk view to support long term portfolio management
* Supports scope clarifications for project execution efforts for moderately complex generation projects that can be discipline specific, multi-discipline, or programmatic in nature
* Provides guidance, coaching, technical direction, oversight and quality control for assigned programs and technical work done in discipline, knowledge transfer, and assistance to many technical and/or project execution employees and teams; Most technical services often overlap with those provided to operations & maintenance
REQUIREMENTS:
* 4-year BS degree in Engineering from an accredited curriculum
* Current PE license holder (If not a current CA PE license holder, the company will evaluate at the Associate level and once the license is acquired, will adjust to journey level)
* 5 years of experience in project engineering, design, and construction related to Electrical Engineering
* Experience related to high voltage environments
* Industry experience: Utility, Oil and gas, switch gear, refineries, industrial, etc.
* Track record of taking ownership of problems and their solutions
Nice to Haves (not required):
* A MS degree in Engineering or Business in addition to a BS degree in Engineering
* Familiarity with ISO 55001 Asset Management standard and requirements
* Knowledge and experience in Hydro and mechanical equipment such as rotating equipment, turbines, valves, ASME pressure vessels and balance of plant systems and its designs
* Knowledge and experience in Hydropower and associated electrical equipment such as synchronous generators, exciters, power transformers, HV/MV breakers, arc flash, grounding, and balance of plant systems and its designs
* Understanding of asset planning, FMEA, equipment testing and maintenance, along with risk and condition assessment of equipment associated with the hydropower industry
* Has a working knowledge of power generation industry including understanding of design, construction, and/or operation of rotating machines, and experience interpreting applicable codes, standards, regulations, and practices
* Proactively evolves asset management, engineering and program management skills and knowledge through industry associations and conferences, technical workshops, trade publications, and additional formal education
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce has a client that is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Oakland, CA.
Summary:
There will be approximately 30% travel expected for this position. The goal is to embed MEP Engineers in each water shed to represent local asset strategy and partner with PMs in-person.
Duties/Day to Day Overview:
* This is a Field Engineer position - not a design engineer; They will be partnering with operations folks and maintenance crews (mechanics, electricians, non-engineers) - need to be able to speak to different parties
* The Engineer will be the program lead for various mechanical and/or electrical asset programs related to powerhouse equipment; Responsible for engagement with stakeholders and ensuring the strategic plans for these programs are aligned with Business Operational requirements as well as regulatory and compliance requirements
* Responsible for developing and documenting strategic plans associated with the Powerhouse Asset Family within the Powerhouse Asset Management Plan
* Responsible for investment strategies and technical scope requirement development for the purposes of long-term planning. Including investment strategies for major capital projects as well as maintenance and inspection activities
* Responsible for assisting in providing the strategic portfolio risk view to support long term portfolio management
* Supports scope clarifications for project execution efforts for moderately complex generation projects that can be discipline specific, multi-discipline, or programmatic in nature
* Provides guidance, coaching, technical direction, oversight and quality control for assigned programs and technical work done in discipline, knowledge transfer, and assistance to many technical and/or project execution employees and teams; Most technical services often overlap with those provided to operations & maintenance
REQUIREMENTS:
* 4-year BS degree in Engineering from an accredited curriculum
* Current PE license holder (If not a current CA PE license holder, the company will evaluate at the Associate level and once the license is acquired, will adjust to journey level)
* 5 years of experience in project engineering, design, and construction related to Electrical Engineering
* Experience related to high voltage environments
* Industry experience: Utility, Oil and gas, switch gear, refineries, industrial, etc.
* Track record of taking ownership of problems and their solutions
Nice to Haves (not required):
* A MS degree in Engineering or Business in addition to a BS degree in Engineering
* Familiarity with ISO 55001 Asset Management standard and requirements
* Knowledge and experience in Hydro and mechanical equipment such as rotating equipment, turbines, valves, ASME pressure vessels and balance of plant systems and its designs
* Knowledge and experience in Hydropower and associated electrical equipment such as synchronous generators, exciters, power transformers, HV/MV breakers, arc flash, grounding, and balance of plant systems and its designs
* Understanding of asset planning, FMEA, equipment testing and maintenance, along with risk and condition assessment of equipment associated with the hydropower industry
* Has a working knowledge of power generation industry including understanding of design, construction, and/or operation of rotating machines, and experience interpreting applicable codes, standards, regulations, and practices
* Proactively evolves asset management, engineering and program management skills and knowledge through industry associations and conferences, technical workshops, trade publications, and additional formal education
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
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