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Power Systems Engineer 3/4
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Electrical Engineer
Cedar City, UT · On-site
The Electrical Engineer we are seeking will own the entirety of the plant's high voltage power distribution system and low voltage process control systems. The engineer will report to the plant ...
Electrical Engineer
Cedar City, UT · On-site
The Electrical Engineer we are seeking will own the entirety of the plant's high voltage power distribution system and low voltage process control systems. The engineer will report to the plant ...
Electrical Engineer
Cedar City, UT · On-site
The Electrical Engineer we are seeking will own the entirety of the plant's high voltage power distribution system and low voltage process control systems. The engineer will report to the plant ...
Electrical Engineer
Cedar City, UT · On-site
The Electrical Engineer we are seeking will own the entirety of the plant's high voltage power distribution system and low voltage process control systems. The engineer will report to the plant ...
Electrical Engineer
Cedar City, UT · On-site
The Electrical Engineer we are seeking will own the entirety of the plant's high voltage power distribution system and low voltage process control systems. The engineer will report to the plant ...
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As a Distribution Planning Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of upgrading, expanding, improving, maintaining, and automating power distribution systems. You'll perform essential protection and ...
This position is intended for recent graduates or early-career electrical engineers seeking practical experience in the design of industrial control panels and power distribution equipment while ...
This position is intended for recent graduates or early-career electrical engineers seeking practical experience in the design of industrial control panels and power distribution equipment while ...
Develop AC-DC and DC-DC power distribution systems and control panel designs based on project ... Create engineering deliverables, including electrical schematics, SLDs, cabinet layouts, O&M ...
Develop AC-DC and DC-DC power distribution systems and control panel designs based on project ... Create engineering deliverables, including electrical schematics, SLDs, cabinet layouts, O&M ...
R and D Electrical Engineer
West Jordan, UT · On-site
$85K - $140K/yr
R and D Electrical Engineer Type Full Time Location Primary Business Work type Onsite Pay by Range ... Strong understanding of power distribution systems, control panels, and industrial electrical ...
R and D Electrical Engineer
West Jordan, UT · On-site
$85K - $140K/yr
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Senior Power Electrical Engineer
South Salt Lake, UT · On-site
$98K - $128K/yr
We design, engineer, manufacture, install, and support our systems end-to-end, standing behind them ... Lead the design of complex AC-DC and DC-DC power distribution systems and high-voltage control ...
Senior Power Electrical Engineer
South Salt Lake, UT · On-site
$98K - $128K/yr
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Electrical Engineer (MEP)
$75K - $165K/yr
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Electrical Engineer (MEP)
$75K - $165K/yr
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Procuring long lead light fixtures and power distribution equipment such as switchgear ... Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related 4-year degree * 8-11 years of work ...
Procuring long lead light fixtures and power distribution equipment such as switchgear ... Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related 4-year degree * 8-11 years of work ...
Procuring long lead light fixtures and power distribution equipment such as switchgear ... Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related 4-year degree * 8-11 years of work ...
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Outside Technical Sales Engineer
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$75K - $125K/yr
Recommend appropriate electrical power distribution solutions * Prepare accurate technical and ... Coordinate with engineering, production, and project management teams * Assist with change orders ...
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$100K - $150K/yr
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Procuring long lead light fixtures and power distribution equipment such as switchgear ... Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field * 4-7 years of work experience in ...
Procuring long lead light fixtures and power distribution equipment such as switchgear ... Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field * 4-7 years of work experience in ...
Procuring long lead light fixtures and power distribution equipment such as switchgear ... Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field * 4-7 years of work experience in ...
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Lehi, UT · On-site
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Senior Electrical Engineer
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As a power distribution engineer, your primary responsibilities involve the design and maintenance of electrical distribution systems. Your duties include developing site electrical procedures, providing technical guidance for wiring systems, overseeing an electrical system operation from start to finish, ensuring applications meet regulation standards, and providing technical support to various personnel. You typically also develop project timelines and programming reports, estimate costs, define testing criteria, and help implement new engineering methods. You also interface with vendors, utility companies, consultants, and external contractors to oversee installations and equipment maintenance.
What is the difference between Power Distribution Engineer vs Power Systems Engineer?
| Aspect | Power Distribution Engineer | Power Systems Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, PE license often preferred | Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, PE license common |
| Work Environment | Designing and maintaining electrical distribution systems, fieldwork, substation work | Analyzing and optimizing entire power systems, simulations, planning |
| Industry Usage | Utilities, construction, infrastructure projects | Utilities, consulting firms, power generation companies |
Power Distribution Engineers focus on designing and maintaining electrical distribution systems, ensuring reliable power delivery at the local level. Power Systems Engineers work on the broader power grid, analyzing and optimizing entire electrical networks. While both roles require similar credentials and often work within the utility industry, their scope and daily tasks differ significantly.
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Posted 22 days ago
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Job description
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently recruiting for a Power Systems Engineer 3/4 to join our team at our Bacchus facility in Magna, Utah.
Job Summary including Duties and Responsibilities:
Work as part of a multi-disciplined project team
Comprehensive power system design, control systems, and machine safety experience.
Ability to manage large complex projects with skills in power, control and electrical industrial automation.
Design power and control systems for industrial process equipment used in the manufacturing of solid propulsion rocket motors, manufacturing facilities and manufacturing equipment.
Develop control philosophies and P&ID's.
Design electrical control systems using Allen-Bradley PLC's and Schneider SmartX controllers.
Have a working knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) used to control a variety of equipment, processes, machine tools, and robotics, including Allen Bradley PLC's and Rockwell Software.
Design low & medium voltage power distribution systems; specify power distribution equipment, transformers and switch gear; MCC's, power distribution panels, high resistance grounds, UPS's and back-up generators.
Develop the following types of electrical drawings: P&ID's, one-line diagrams, schematics, panel arrangements, bill of materials, device layouts, power distribution, control distribution, loop diagrams, panel schedules, conduit layouts and grounding plans.
Design, specify, and program servo drives & variable frequency drives (VFD) for all types of motor control applications.
Design the following other types of support systems: Fire detection and reporting systems, camera & audio surveillance systems, lightning & grounding protection systems, ethernet & fiber communications systems.
Oversee installation and startup of newly designed systems with both internal craft & outside contractors.
Oversee an electrical project from conception to completion.
The ability to develop drawing packages using AutoCAD.
Provide detailed cost estimates for project design and implementation.
Develop electrical maintenance guidelines for industrial equipment.
Work with maintenance craftsmen to troubleshoot issues.
Project management with supervision over all aspects of a project, including mechanical, civil, and other crafts, overseeing budget and schedule.
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package, including:
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
This position standard work schedule is a 9/80 or 4/10. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. The 4/10 schedule allows employees to work a ten-hour day Monday through Thursday.
Basic Qualifications:
Level 3
Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and 5 years of industrial facility or mechanical design experience
OR 3years with a Master's
Industrial process equipment and facility design
Experience designing low- and medium-voltage power systems
Working knowledge of PLCs (including Allen-Bradley and Rockwell software)
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
Ability to work in field environments, including climbing ladders, working outdoors, and in confined or congested spaces
Level 4
Bachelor's degree in STEM
8 years or 4 years with Master's industrial facility mechanical design experience
Industrial process equipment and facility design
Experience designing low- and medium-voltage power systems
Working knowledge of PLCs (including Allen-Bradley and Rockwell software)
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
Ability to work in field environments, including climbing ladders, working outdoors, and in confined or congested spaces
Preferred Requirements:
BS in Electrical Engineering
Power system design experience
Industrial control design experience
Excellent communication skills.
AutoCAD drafting ability
PLC systems and programming experience
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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.
Industry
Space research administration
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Falls Church, VA, US
Year founded
1939