{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d8db713ed18c0891ef061508","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d8db713ed18c0891ef061508","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d8db713ed18c0891ef061508","title":"Electrical Engineer","description":"RINA is a global knowledge company where expertise travels across borders, disciplines, and industries. Every day, we collaborate on solving complex challenges that no single field could tackle alone. With a presence in more than 70 countries and 160 years of heritage, we turn individual know-how into collective progress.\n\nWe are currently recruiting for a Electrical Engineer to join our office in Houston, TX or Chicago/Lisle, IL within the Electrical Engineering and Power Systems Division.\n\nMission\nThis position offers an opportunity to work on a diverse range of engineering projects involving electrical power distribution design, power system studies, and electrical infrastructure improvements for industrial, commercial, utility, and infrastructure clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing electrical engineering design and analysis, developing and maintaining power system models, conducting field investigations, and preparing technical reports and engineering deliverables. The role requires a solid understanding of electrical power systems, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to execute engineering assignments with increasing independence.\n\nThis position is ideal for an engineer with 3-7 years of relevant experience who is interested in expanding their technical expertise, taking ownership of engineering assignments, and advancing toward technical leadership and project engineering responsibilities.\n\nCompensation Data\n$120,000 - $150,000 commensurate with education and experience\n\nKey Accountabilities\nElectrical Engineering Design\n\nDesign low- and medium-voltage distribution systems for industrial, commercial, utility, and infrastructure projects.\n\nPrepare electrical drawings, including single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, layouts, and installation details.\n\nPerform load, equipment sizing, conductor sizing, voltage drop, grounding, and conduit calculations.\n\nSupport overhead and underground distribution design involving feeders, transformers, switchgear, switchboards, and motor control centers.\n\nDevelop technical specifications, equipment schedules, material lists, and design documentation.\n\nReview vendor drawings and equipment submittals for compliance with project requirements and standards.\n\nEvaluate existing systems and recommend equipment replacements, upgrades, and improvements.\n\nCoordinate with engineers, project managers, vendors, and clients.\n\nPower Systems Studies and Analysis\n\nDevelop and validate power system models using SKM Power*Tools, EasyPower, ETAP, or similar software.\n\nPerform short-circuit, protective device coordination, arc flash, load flow, voltage drop, motor starting, equipment duty, harmonic, and grounding studies.\n\nAnalyze results, identify deficiencies, and recommend engineering solutions.\n\nEvaluate protective devices, equipment ratings, and system configurations for safe, reliable operation.\n\nPerform analyses in accordance with applicable IEEE, NEC, NFPA 70E, and industry standards.\n\nPrepare technical reports, calculations, equipment evaluations, and recommendations.\n\nValidate equipment data and system models for accuracy.\n\nCoordinate with clients and project teams to resolve technical issues and communicate findings.\n\nField Engineering and Data Collection\n\nConduct site visits at industrial facilities, substations, utility installations, and client locations.\n\nSurvey electrical equipment and collect nameplate data, conductor characteristics, protective device settings, and system configurations.\n\nEvaluate installations and identify discrepancies between field conditions and existing documentation.\n\nPrepare and update as-built drawings and electrical system records.\n\nCoordinate with facility personnel, contractors, and clients during field investigations.\n\nIdentify safety concerns, equipment deficiencies, and system improvement opportunities.\n\nFollow applicable electrical safety procedures and client requirements.\n\nEngineering Quality and Project Execution\n\nComplete assignments within project schedules, budgets, and quality requirements.\n\nPrepare calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports in accordance with company QA/QC procedures.\n\nPerform technical self-checks and participate in peer reviews.\n\nSupport project managers with technical coordination, scope development, and progress updates.\n\nCommunicate technical findings, recommendations, and project challenges to teams and clients.\n\nApply engineering judgment to solve problems and develop practical solutions.\n\nAssist with scopes of work, project estimates, and technical proposals.\n\nProvide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.\n\nDevelop expertise through training, mentorship, and project experience.\n\nQualifications\nMinimum Qualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university or equivalent recognized engineering program.\n\n3-7 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably in consulting, utility, or industrial environments.\n\nKnowledge of low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems and associated equipment.\n\nExperience with electrical engineering calculations, design development, or power system studies.\n\nUnderstanding of three-phase power systems, transformers, motors, protective devices, grounding, and distribution equipment.\n\nAbility to interpret and develop electrical drawings, technical specifications, and engineering documentation.\n\nFamiliarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, and applicable electrical codes and standards.\n\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and technical communication skills.\n\nProficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.\n\nAbility to manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.\n\nAbility to work independently with limited supervision and recognize when technical guidance is needed.\n\nWillingness to travel to client facilities and project sites as required.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nEngineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.\n\nExperience with SKM Power*Tools, EasyPower, ETAP, or similar power system analysis software.\n\nExperience performing short-circuit, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies.\n\nProficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar design software.\n\nExperience designing distribution systems for industrial facilities, utilities, substations, or commercial infrastructure.\n\nKnowledge of protective relaying, circuit breaker settings, equipment ratings, and power system protection.\n\nExperience conducting field investigations, equipment surveys, and electrical system assessments.\n\nFamiliarity with IEEE 1584, IEEE 242, NEC, NESC, and other applicable standards.\n\nExperience preparing engineering reports, technical specifications, and construction documentation.\n\nExperience coordinating with clients, vendors, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.\n\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.\n\nCompetencies\n\nWORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.\n\nPERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.\n\nINTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.\n\nDOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.\n\nFORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.\n\nAt RINA, your growth drives our innovation. We bring together engineers, inspectors, digital minds and specialists from more than 100 nationalities, creating an environment where diverse perspectives sharpen how we think, collaborate and deliver.\n\nRINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.\n\nFlexibility and respect drive how we work. We are committed to building a workplace where every person feels valued, empowered to develop their potential, and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.\n\nRINA does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of RINA without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of RINA. 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Every day, we collaborate on solving complex challenges that no single field could tackle alone. With a presence in more than 70 countries and 160 years of heritage, we turn individual know-how into collective progress.\n\nWe are currently recruiting for a Electrical Engineer to join our office in Houston, TX or Chicago/Lisle, IL within the Electrical Engineering and Power Systems Division.\n\nMission\nThis position offers an opportunity to work on a diverse range of engineering projects involving electrical power distribution design, power system studies, and electrical infrastructure improvements for industrial, commercial, utility, and infrastructure clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing electrical engineering design and analysis, developing and maintaining power system models, conducting field investigations, and preparing technical reports and engineering deliverables. The role requires a solid understanding of electrical power systems, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to execute engineering assignments with increasing independence.\n\nThis position is ideal for an engineer with 3-7 years of relevant experience who is interested in expanding their technical expertise, taking ownership of engineering assignments, and advancing toward technical leadership and project engineering responsibilities.\n\nCompensation Data\n$120,000 - $150,000 commensurate with education and experience\n\nKey Accountabilities\nElectrical Engineering Design\n\nDesign low- and medium-voltage distribution systems for industrial, commercial, utility, and infrastructure projects.\n\nPrepare electrical drawings, including single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, layouts, and installation details.\n\nPerform load, equipment sizing, conductor sizing, voltage drop, grounding, and conduit calculations.\n\nSupport overhead and underground distribution design involving feeders, transformers, switchgear, switchboards, and motor control centers.\n\nDevelop technical specifications, equipment schedules, material lists, and design documentation.\n\nReview vendor drawings and equipment submittals for compliance with project requirements and standards.\n\nEvaluate existing systems and recommend equipment replacements, upgrades, and improvements.\n\nCoordinate with engineers, project managers, vendors, and clients.\n\nPower Systems Studies and Analysis\n\nDevelop and validate power system models using SKM Power*Tools, EasyPower, ETAP, or similar software.\n\nPerform short-circuit, protective device coordination, arc flash, load flow, voltage drop, motor starting, equipment duty, harmonic, and grounding studies.\n\nAnalyze results, identify deficiencies, and recommend engineering solutions.\n\nEvaluate protective devices, equipment ratings, and system configurations for safe, reliable operation.\n\nPerform analyses in accordance with applicable IEEE, NEC, NFPA 70E, and industry standards.\n\nPrepare technical reports, calculations, equipment evaluations, and recommendations.\n\nValidate equipment data and system models for accuracy.\n\nCoordinate with clients and project teams to resolve technical issues and communicate findings.\n\nField Engineering and Data Collection\n\nConduct site visits at industrial facilities, substations, utility installations, and client locations.\n\nSurvey electrical equipment and collect nameplate data, conductor characteristics, protective device settings, and system configurations.\n\nEvaluate installations and identify discrepancies between field conditions and existing documentation.\n\nPrepare and update as-built drawings and electrical system records.\n\nCoordinate with facility personnel, contractors, and clients during field investigations.\n\nIdentify safety concerns, equipment deficiencies, and system improvement opportunities.\n\nFollow applicable electrical safety procedures and client requirements.\n\nEngineering Quality and Project Execution\n\nComplete assignments within project schedules, budgets, and quality requirements.\n\nPrepare calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports in accordance with company QA/QC procedures.\n\nPerform technical self-checks and participate in peer reviews.\n\nSupport project managers with technical coordination, scope development, and progress updates.\n\nCommunicate technical findings, recommendations, and project challenges to teams and clients.\n\nApply engineering judgment to solve problems and develop practical solutions.\n\nAssist with scopes of work, project estimates, and technical proposals.\n\nProvide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.\n\nDevelop expertise through training, mentorship, and project experience.\n\nQualifications\nMinimum Qualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university or equivalent recognized engineering program.\n\n3-7 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably in consulting, utility, or industrial environments.\n\nKnowledge of low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems and associated equipment.\n\nExperience with electrical engineering calculations, design development, or power system studies.\n\nUnderstanding of three-phase power systems, transformers, motors, protective devices, grounding, and distribution equipment.\n\nAbility to interpret and develop electrical drawings, technical specifications, and engineering documentation.\n\nFamiliarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, and applicable electrical codes and standards.\n\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and technical communication skills.\n\nProficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.\n\nAbility to manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.\n\nAbility to work independently with limited supervision and recognize when technical guidance is needed.\n\nWillingness to travel to client facilities and project sites as required.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nEngineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.\n\nExperience with SKM Power*Tools, EasyPower, ETAP, or similar power system analysis software.\n\nExperience performing short-circuit, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies.\n\nProficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar design software.\n\nExperience designing distribution systems for industrial facilities, utilities, substations, or commercial infrastructure.\n\nKnowledge of protective relaying, circuit breaker settings, equipment ratings, and power system protection.\n\nExperience conducting field investigations, equipment surveys, and electrical system assessments.\n\nFamiliarity with IEEE 1584, IEEE 242, NEC, NESC, and other applicable standards.\n\nExperience preparing engineering reports, technical specifications, and construction documentation.\n\nExperience coordinating with clients, vendors, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.\n\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.\n\nCompetencies\n\nWORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.\n\nPERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.\n\nINTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.\n\nDOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.\n\nFORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.\n\nAt RINA, your growth drives our innovation. We bring together engineers, inspectors, digital minds and specialists from more than 100 nationalities, creating an environment where diverse perspectives sharpen how we think, collaborate and deliver.\n\nRINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.\n\nFlexibility and respect drive how we work. We are committed to building a workplace where every person feels valued, empowered to develop their potential, and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.\n\nRINA does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. 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