Career Opportunities: Senior Engineer

Position Title

Senior Engineer

Active – FULL TIME REGULAR

Round Rock, TX US

POSITION SUMMARY

The Power Electronics Senior Engineer is responsible for identifying solutions for electrical applications involving variable frequency drives, electric motors, switchgear, utility power interface, renewable energy and battery energy storage system, as well as developing control for such applications. This position requires hands-on engineer skill in system design, drawings, PLC program, troubleshoot and commission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews and analyzes customer requirements and specifications for electrical system, utility interface, battery energy storage, motor drives, solar PV system and other electrical equipment
• Assists sales and marketing in reviewing and developing proposals for electrical system and motor drive applications
• Identifies, specifies and selects components such as electric motors, drives, starters, switchgears, transformers, power converters/inverters and other components used in electrical and power applications
• Performs electrical power system studies including distribution assessment, motor performance, protection coordination, arc flash and short circuit analysis
• Develops control algorithms for electrical systems, and program PLC as needed
• Creates one-line diagrams, schematics, load lists, cable schedules, and elevation & plan view drawings as required for project documentation
• Engages vendors when necessary to develop technical solutions and identify the cost and schedule
• Ensures power systems designs to meet the applicable codes and standards
• Supports system design, installation, commission, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair
• Assists in customer training
• Act as a project owner and support project administrator on technical aspect
• Provides technical leadership in projects related to power systems
• Provides mentoring and training to less experienced engineers
• Other functions as required

SCOPE PURPOSE AND FREQUENCY OF CONTACTS

• The position requires daily contact with all levels of TECO-Westinghouse and customers including Engineering, Marketing, Factory Operations, Supply Chain, Service and Accounting.

SCOPE, PURPOSE, AND FREQUENCY OF CONTACTS

The position requires daily contact with all levels of TECO-Westinghouse and customers including Engineering, Marketing, Factory Operations, Supply Chain, Service and Accounting.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s of Science degree (B. S.) in Electrical Engineering from four-year college or university (required), Master’s degree (preferred)
• Three to five years of experience of electrical or power system engineering related work
• The ideal candidate will have experience specifying and/or designing electrical systems including electric motors, variable frequency drives, switchgear, transformers, power converters/inverters and other components typically used in power systems operating in low to medium voltages
• In addition, the candidate will have experience with PLC programming, protective relay programming, standards and codes governing power systems, and ETAP/SKM or other power analysis software
• Understands motor operation and motor control strategies such as V/Hz and Vector control
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be comfortable interfacing with customers, vendors, sales, service and engineering personnel
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with situations where only limited standardization and/or information exists
• Must be available to travel up to 20% of the time
• P.E. designation is desired

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

As required, based on job responsibilities, education, and customer specific needs.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Proficiency of statistical tools

• Ability to perform hands on work in technical and engineering field
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical drawings, schematics, safety rules, standards, operating and maintenance instructions, white papers and procedure manuals
• Ability to write reports, white papers and correspondence for various audiences including top management, public groups and agencies
• Ability to speak effectively in conferences before groups of customers, top management, or employees of the organization
• Drive to learn new skills, acquire knowledge and apply to practical situations
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with situations where only limited standardization and/or information exists
• Bias for action

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Read, analyze, and interpret manufacturing drawings, repair specifications, test results, and technical journals; respond to inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community; and communicate effectively in the presence of top management, customers, trade associations, and other public groups.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, Algebra, permutations, Calculus, and differential equations. Apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

REASONING ABILITY

Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Identify a solution to a problem involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

General supervision will be provided. Must be a self-starter with the ability to work effectively and take ownership of assigned projects in a fast paced environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually high.

MANAGEMENT DISCLAIMER

TECO-Westinghouse’s Management reserves the right to revise, change or modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time to meet business and organizational needs. This position description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties. This position description is not a contract for employment and either the incumbent or TECO-Westinghouse may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.