Location
Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area
Salary
Not specified
Type
fulltime
Posted
Today
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Insight Global is hiring an Electrical Engineer on behalf of a leading space exploration company, focused on power distribution/construction in Bastrop, TX. This is a full-time, permanent role with competitive salary, equity, and benefits. In this role, the Electrical Engineer will work collaboratively to design, build, and activate infrastructure at a massive campus in Bastrop, in addition to facilities improvements and large capital projects. To be successful in this role, it is imperative for candidates to have experience in a high-ownership environment, managing projects from start to finish. Responsibilities:
- Lead project team through entire engineering process, including procurement, construction, and commissioning
- Perform full lifecycle engineers tasks for a variety of critical projects on a tight timeline
- Develop and issues drawings, designs, documentation, and reports for industrial, aerospace, and commercial projects
- Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors
- De-escalate and resolve ad hoc design and construction conflicts
- Coordinate with relevant electrical utilities provider(s) to ensure reliable power service to critical site infrastructure
- Ensure all equipment interfaces properly with other mechanical/electrical systems, including compatibility with facility power budgets
- Ensure all electrical designs and installations conform to applicable codes and regulations
- Provide code review and analysis utilizing NFPA 70E, NFPA 70 NEC, NFPA 497, NFPA 101, Vol 5 \& 6 AFSPCMAN 91-710, and IBC
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or similar electrical engineering technology
- 6\+ years of experience with designing and building commercial/industrial power systems
- 8\+ years of years of professional experience in a similar role with electrical and power distribution systems (\<600Vac)
- Working knowledge of delta/wye transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, building lighting, building construction specifications, and facility grounding
- Experience with critical power infrastructure including UPS systems, backup generators, and automatic transfer switches
- AutoCAD/Revil expertise
- Familiarity with the National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code
- Ability to read and understand power and control schematics and technical equipment operation and maintenance (O\&M) manuals
- Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs), industrial pumps, MODBUS communication, medium-voltage distribution and control panel design and production
- Working knowledge of power coordination and arc flash
NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Professional Engineering (PE) license Additional physical requirements:
- Physical ability to perform hands-on work in various environments, including heat, cold, rain, and tight quarters
- Ability to work onsite at our Bastrop, TX facility (Remote work not considered)
- Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Ability to travel as needed
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
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