Principal Electrical Engineer II

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

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About the role

What You'll Do and Who You'll Work With:

Reporting directly to the Director of Electrical Engineering, the Principal Engineer will be responsible for:

1. Electrical engineering design aspects of capital projects, facility upgrades

2. Electrical design support for Planned outages, and design requirements related to equipment troubleshooting

3. Business development/expansion projects at various operating facilities.

This position will also lead, manage and execute multiple electrical projects/programs in the network. The Engineer will provide subject matter expertise and lead cross functional teams while driving technical standardization as a guardian of certain Electrical Design Standards for Reworld. Acting as a potential mentor for more junior members of the team, the Engineer will share best practices and technical expertise. This is a unique opportunity to work across stakeholders and groups, with high visibility in the organization and will have direct, tangible impact on our success. You will also act as a primary Electrical Engineering SME to the business.

Location/Travel:

Preferred location for this role is at our Florham Park, NJ Headquarters This position requires close collaboration with corporate functions and facilities and will include ~20% travel across the network. Travel to Domestic locations as well as LCC (Low-Cost-Countries) such as China, may be required.

A remote work option is available with some additional travel to Florham Parkn and across the network. The compensation would vary depending on the location.

Key Responsibilities:

Electrical Design (Core Responsibility)

• Independently Develop/Review/Approve Electrical System Design documents including One Line/Three Line Diagrams, Control Schematics, Wiring diagrams, Arc Flash, Short Circuit & Voltage Drop Calculations, Coordination Studies.

• Develop scope of work for Electrical AE firms and coordinate with suppliers and contractors.

• Plans design tasks so both the design and construction will be achieved within budget constraints and schedule.

• May assume the duties of technical lead and subject matter expert for small to medium capital programs.

• Electrical Design scope includes System Design, Scope Development, Engineering Calculations, Specifications, and Risk Assessments for HV, MV systems (Switchgears, transformers, Motor Control Centers, Relay/Protection Systems).

Engineering Standards: (Core Responsibility)

• Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making adaptations and modifications for engineering design.

• Guardian of Key Electrical Design Standards/Specifications as SME for Reworld Electrical Team.

• Update design standards and specifications periodically to keep up with the industry best practices, regulatory developments etc.

• Commissioning/Startup:

• Provide SME design support to Project Managers on assigned construction projects Provide engineering support for commissioning and installations for assigned design projects

Troubleshooting/Problem Solving:

• Provides Electrical Engineering design troubleshooting support to plant operations. Analyze Electrical failure root causes and develop cost effective technical solutions for RCAs.

Position Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited Institution. Minimum 10 years engineering experience.

• Registered Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain future licensure is preferred.

Experience:

• Must have experience with High, Medium & Low Voltage distribution systems and electrical power generation in large utility power plants or large industrial co-generation facilities or Design/Architectural Engineering firms.

• Must be able to work on multiple concurrent projects with minimal supervision.

• Must have proficiency in developing and understanding One Line/Three Line Diagrams, DC Control Schematics, Wiring diagrams, GA drawings related to interconnections, substations, power plants and electrical aspects of process plants including but not limited to motors, MCCs, PDCs and other electrical equipment.

• Must have experience with all phases of a project including preliminary conceptual system design, scoping, detailed design, equipment selection, equipment testing and start-up problem resolution. (The equipment includes substation equipment, power plant equipment and process plant equipment. The voltage ranges vary from HV(>100KV) to low voltage (480V).)

• Experience with protective relaying schemes (Medium Voltage) including coordination and development of relay settings. SEL relays experience is highly preferred.

• Proficiency in engineering software such as CAD/AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM Powertools, SEL Acselerator, etc.

• Must have effective written and oral communication skills; must be able to analyze data, write technical reports, and develop work packages to implement

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and these ranges should not be considered career salary limits or caps. The pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future. Some roles may be eligible for discretionary bonuses or additional incentives. The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $130,000.00 (min) - $170,000.00 (max) per year. The pay offered is based on factors like relevant experience, education, qualifications, certifications, skills, location, performance, internal equity, union contract (if applicable), work schedule, travel, and business needs. In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. If this role is eligible for benefits, the benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays (for roles not covered under a collective bargaining agreement). Additional details are available at ;br>
All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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