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Hydropower Specialist - Senior Electrical Engineer

Hatch

Pittsburgh, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Dec 2023

About the role

Requisition ID: 90935

Job Category: Energy; Consulting; Project Engineering; Project Management

Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our energy expertise in the oil and gas sector comprises the entire value chain - upstream, midstream, and downstream; and in the power sector includes thermal, nuclear, waterpower, renewable, hybrid, transmission and distribution, and grid modernization. Join our vision of a low-carbon world and help make positive change!

Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join our Hydropower and Dams Business Unit to provide technical leadership, client engagement and business development with key clients.

The candidate will have design experience of auxiliary electrical equipment and systems at hydroelectric generating stations, substations, and dams. Electrical equipment and systems will include low/medium/high voltage switchgear, transformers, motors and motor control centers, diesel generators, lighting, cables and cable raceway systems, and grounding.

This position can be based in Seattle, Denver, Minneapolis, Amherst (New York), Pittsburgh or Boston. Consideration will be given to the selected candidate’s preference.

As the successful candidate, you will:

Working in a fast-paced, dynamic team with other engineers in a multidisciplinary environment
Performing design calculations and documenting findings and recommendations in a report
Preparing specifications for the procurement of a variety of electrical equipment for hydroelectric generating stations, substations, and dams
Preparing single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and equipment layouts
Preparing equipment operating manuals, test procedures, and training materials
Willing to travel to remote sites for short periods (A few days up to 2 weeks) to participate in meetings, conduct inspections, and participate in project commissioning, and testing

You bring to the role:

A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized and accredited institution
A minimum of five years of professional experience, including relevant experience in the following:
- Design of electrical equipment within hydroelectric generating stations
- Substations and dams, including low/medium/high voltage switchgear
- Transformers, motors and motor control centers
- Diesel generators, lighting, cables and cable raceway systems, grounding, etc.
Working knowledge of process controls and instrumentation will be considered an asset
Working knowledge of generators, exciters, and governors will be considered an asset
Experience with load flow, short-circuit, and arc flash modelling software
Proficiency with other Computer Design Tools (Mathcad, AutoCAD) will be considered an asset
Knowledge of USA and international codes and standards
Solid experience in the preparation of reports and specifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and relationship management skills
Strong client focus and a desire to achieve results including the ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines
Registration (or eligibility for registration) as a Professional Engineer
Site and commissioning experience will be considered an asset.