Power Electrical Engineer

5 days ago


Princeton, New Jersey, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Title: Power Electrical Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Power Electrical Engineer to join our team at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, procurement, commissioning, operation, and management of electrical AC power systems and associated equipment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain cognizance over all PPPL electrical distribution systems, including 138kV, 26.4kV, 13.8kV, 4.16kV, and 480V systems, including emergency/optional standby systems such as uninterruptable power supplies and generators.
  • Respond to emergencies and other unplanned events affecting the AC power system during normal and off hours.
  • Participate in the design and specification of medium and low voltage AC power distribution systems typical of large industrial facilities.
  • Oversee the activities of AC Power technicians, engineering subcontractors, construction subcontractors, and equipment suppliers.
  • Provide oversight of AC Power equipment, ensuring routine maintenance for transformers, switchgear, and motor control centers.
  • Update and maintain written procedures, specifications, SOWs (Statements of Work), and Job Plans for AC Power related work.
  • Establish strong, technically detailed, and daily communications with PPPL Engineering Group through all phases of project delivery.
  • Perform detailed review of design documents for conformance with PPPL Standards and other applicable requirements.
  • Advocate on behalf of facilities operations and maintenance to identify areas of meaningful improvement to the PPPL Standards.
  • Firsthand oversight of building electrical infrastructure, standby power systems, testing, and energization.
  • Knowledge and support in design, delivery, and commissioning of electrical metering and energy management systems.
  • AC Power liaison with facility operations and maintenance staff and their subject matter experts.
  • Bring experience in the development and execution of AC Power QA/QC workflows on electrical systems and act as a primary PPPL representative in these efforts.
  • Develop electrical engineering options for problems and be capable of quantifying price and schedule impacts for each.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • At least five years' experience in the design and specification of AC power systems equipment in a utility, industrial, or scientific research environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proficiency in power systems analysis using SKM PowerTools.
  • Strong understanding of AC Power system relay protection and implement upgrades and modifications.
  • Ability to interpret electrical construction documents and understand applicable codes.
  • Technical proficiency with MS Office, Google Suite, and AutoCAD.
  • Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide range of scientific and technical personnel.
Working Conditions:
  • Will need to respond to emergencies and other unplanned events affecting the AC power system during normal and off or weekend hours.

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.



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