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Electrical Engineer

Location: Glastonbury, CT

Employment Type: Full-Time, In-person 

Position Summary:

This position entails the electrical project support of multi-million-dollar power generation facilities or other types of industrial projects. The candidate will be required to: provide electrical power and control engineering support for the Procurement, Project Development, Construction, and Commissioning teams; help ensure electrical engineering deliverables are completed, on-time, and on-budget while maximizing production efficiencies and output through electrical design, specifications development, equipment installations, troubleshooting, and work to minimize construction commissioning cycle; and ensure that the electrical design is safe, reliable, and meets Codes and Standards. The Electrical Engineer will also work closely with the project team in proposal development and participate in customer meetings and presentations.

Position Description: 

The Electrical Engineer will assist in the oversight of the Engineer of Record's (EOR) project multi-disciplinary team to complete the Electrical and Controls Engineering design packages, perform calculations, and develop engineering solutions. In this role, you will typically work on power generation, distribution, utility-scale Power Plant Systems design for new and retrofit installations, and other industrial projects. Project knowledge range includes understanding complex EPC contracts and technical oversight of electrical contractors. The Electrical Engineer will also be responsible for supporting the management of electrical and control systems for power plants, designing power distribution systems, motor control centers (MCC) with wiring schematics, developing construction specifications, and writing & reviewing equipment specifications. 

Responsibilities

The above job responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. The above list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Desired Qualifications/Experience:

• 4-year degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Engineering.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience with solar or renewable projects is beneficial.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Professional Engineer (PE) License is preferred.
• Strong experience in preparing project schedules, technical review of specs and designs, technical and financial analysis or project utilities, and risk analysis.
• Proficient in at least one of the widely used control system platforms, including current and legacy Rockwell systems, Siemens and Schneider, is a plus. 
• Working knowledge of system and equipment grounding requirements (high resistance, building, and isolated grounding).
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards (NEC, ANSI, NEMA, NFPA, IEEE, & OSHA).
• Understanding of generation and power factor correction.
• Experience with eTAP or SKM for performing short-circuit, coordination, and flash hazard studies.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or Smart Plant Electrical.

Desired Skills

• Rational decision-making & problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong prioritization & organizational skills.
• Team player with good interpersonal & customer relation skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal & written.
• Well-organized and able to participate in projects & meet deadlines.
• 15% domestic travel required.

Gemma Benefits

About Gemma Power Systems

Gemma Power Systems, a wholly owned subsidiary of Argan Inc. (NYSE: AGX), is a leading Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) company providing innovative solutions for the power and renewable industries. Our wide-ranging and comprehensive experience comprises more than 22 GW installed capacity including state-of-the-art combined cycle and simple cycle gas turbine plants, biomass projects, solar facilities, wind farms, biofuel plants, and environmental facilities spanning the continental United States.

Additional information about Gemma Power Systems can be found at www.gemmapower.com.

Gemma Power Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected classification as established under federal, state, or local law.