Kleinschmidt is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to fill an opening in our Maine or Pennsylvania offices. Minimum requirements include a BS degree in Electrical Engineering with at least 10 years of progressive work experience on varied industrial and utility power projects. Preferred candidates will have expertise with power systems design, transmission & distribution power equipment, protective relaying, network communication protocols, grounding systems design, utility interconnection requirements, and is a PE or has the ability to obtain professional registration within one year of hire. The successful candidate must also possess a working knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC), National Electric Safety Code (NESC), and other applicable codes and standards, as well as have excellent analytical, written and oral communication skills.

Typical duties performed by a successful candidate include:

• Exercises good judgment in evaluating, selecting, adapting and modifying standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Conceptualizes the initial electrical design approach for major phases of large facility projects, or is responsible for the electrical engineering work on a limited scope project.
• Supervises the design and ongoing progress of a project, including the coordination of the project with agency officials.
• Resolves a variety of complex problems, (i.e., conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, difficult coordination requirements).
• Serves as a liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams. Reviews plans and prepares or reviews technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates.
• Participates in contract bidding and administration; observes project action on site.
• Supervises the work of less experienced engineers and/or technical support personnel assigned to the project.
• Performs other duties assigned by a Project Engineer or Project Manager.

We are seeking an individual who is a creative self-starter capable of working with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals. The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit and take ownership of their work. Kleinschmidt offers competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement in a growing firm.

Date this job was posted: October 26, 2009
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How to Apply:

To submit an application, please email a cover letter and resume to:

careers@KleinschmidtUSA.com

Or fax to: 207-487-3124.

For more information about Kleinschmidt, visit us at www.KleinschmidtUSA.com

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