Electrical Engineer I, Summer 2025

3 weeks ago

Cincinnati, United States KFI Engineers PC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

Position: Electrical Engineer I

Department: Utilities & Central Energy (UCE)

Reporting Relationship: Electrical Engineering Manager

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW (UCE)

The Utilities & Central Energy (UCE) group specializes in large central plant work, particularly for district energy serving cities, universities, hospitals, and manufacturing campuses. Our expertise covers both energy production and distribution. We have expertise in sustainable energy production, simple and combined cycle, combined heat and power, and medium voltage power.

Our clients look for us to lead large complex projects from concept to completion, including startup, check-out, and commissioning. The electrical engineer, UCE supports that process by leading the effort and development of project studies, drawings, and other deliverables.

POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is for entry level Electrical Engineers interested in a career in electrical power systems. The Electrical Engineer I plays a key role in the successful execution of projects. This individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers.

The Electrical Engineer I is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed- both externally and internally. The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic team environment by being proactive, communicating clearly to all stakeholders, and modeling a highly collaborative working environment. The successful candidate will also have a pragmatic and applied approach, while at the same time bringing a creative examination of customer needs and solutions. This person may also support the business development process, by contributing to proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers.

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

  • Working with the Senior Electrical Engineers to learn and develop design skills.
  • Design for medium voltage and 480-volt power systems, including generation and distribution.
  • Design (drawings, specifications and calculations) of special systems including ground fault, lightning protection, engine-generator, UPS, DC, motor control centers and power factor correction.
  • Prepares engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet codes, standards and contracted scope of work, ensuring application of Electrical Engineering Principles. Standard deliverables include single-line diagrams, plans, schedules, schematics, and details.
  • Preparation of three lines and schematic drawings.
  • Performs power system studies, including arc fault hazard analysis, short circuit, load flow, protective device coordination and harmonics studies, using SKM PTW.
  • Reviews and approves contractor submittals, conducts construction observation and provides field support during startup and commissioning of electrical systems and equipment.
  • Develops labor/cost estimates for assigned scope of work and is accountable for ensuring we stay within scope and budget.
  • Creates project plans and schedules for the execution of work.
  • Supports the business development process through input to proposals, meeting and interviewing with prospective customers, etc.
  • Provides technical and engineering support to other departments/disciplines.


QUALIFICATIONS

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Strong electrical fundamentals knowledge or experience
  • Project experience and/or working knowledge of Process, Instrumentation & Controls through co-ops or internships
  • Willingness to develop in-depth knowledge of industry codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, NESC, ANSI/IEEE, etc.).
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs, or alternatives into a set of recommendations.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate with others and enable effective interaction with Designers, Engineers and Project Managers.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, influencing skills, and has demonstrated the maturity and self-confidence to work with colleagues and customers.
  • Ability to establish rapport and credibility with customers and other stakeholders.
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Knowledge of computer technology and specific areas of application.
  • Proficient in use of MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
  • Travel: May include up to 25% domestic travel.

Preferred

  • Willingness to pursue Professional Engineering (PE) certification.

Working Conditions

  • Some work locations will feature the tough terrain typical of construction sites or require lifting or moving field testing equipment.

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable

  • Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
  • Acts with a sense of urgency.
  • Takes responsibility for own actions.

Business Focus

  • Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
  • Works well under pressure.
  • Meets commitments to internal/external customers.

Project Execution

  • Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
  • Balances Speed and Quality.
  • Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrates Respect for Others

  • Keeps others adequately informed.
  • Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
  • Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.

Team Player

  • Balances team and individual responsibilities.
  • Shares expertise with others.
  • Inspires respect and trust.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

KFI Engineers is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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