Purdue University West Lafayette , IN 47996
Posted 2 weeks ago
Req Id: 30405
Job Title: Lead/Principal Electrical Engineer
Job Description:
As the Principal Electronic Engineer, you will provide master-level electrical project engineering support and oversight through review, research, analysis, design, communication, coordination, and field observation activities. You will provide strategic direction to ensure electrical project scope is executed successfully and in accordance with university standards and the customer's desired results. This position will collaborate with project managers for resolution of engineering issues on projects. You will also review and comment on engineering work from outside architectural/engineering firms.
You will collaborate with all members of the project team through planning, design, construction, and warranty. You will also provide master-level post-project facility engineering consultation, often on complex and multi-dimensional issues and provide design, analysis, and field engineering support and oversight of select projects and Physical Facilities programs. This position will also provide facilities engineering support and oversight to operations and maintenance staff and other departments upon request. You will provide condition assessment support and oversight for the building condition assessment program, as well as provide support and oversight with activities concerning the development and upkeep of university design standards
What you will be doing:
Collaborate with all members of the project team through planning, design, construction and warranty
Collaborate with project managers for resolution of engineering issues on projects
Review and comment on engineering work from outside architectural/engineering firms
Provide experienced post-project facility engineering consultation
In addition to project engineering, this position will provide design, analysis and field engineering support for select projects and Physical Facilities programs; facilities engineering support to operations and maintenance staff and other departments upon request; condition assessment support for the building condition assessment program; and support activities in conjunction with the development and upkeep of university design standards.
This is a dual level posting where the hiring manager will determine the level with the candidate.
About Us:
Purdue University continues on an exciting and unprecedented upward trajectory of growth. Working alongside a great team of engineers and technical experts, the university setting offers a wide variety of facilities engineering and project engineering experiences that allow engineers to be involved through the entire life cycle of projects and assets. Capital Asset Management is part of Administrative Operations, the organization that supports the university through safe, reliable and transformative services. Capital Asset Management is responsible for capital construction project planning, design and delivery. The department collaborates with architects, engineers, contractors, other internal Purdue departments and service providers to meet the needs of the campus community. The engineering group within Capital Asset Management is a team of dynamic experts that provides project engineering, facilities engineering, consultation and condition assessment services.
Join a team that strives to meet the needs of the university while supporting campus initiatives!
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience:
As the Lead Electrical Engineer you will need the following:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology with electrical emphasis
Minimum four (4) years post-PE registration experience in the field of electrical engineering (equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered)
Indiana PE or ability to attain Indiana PE within 90 days
Design, analysis, condition assessment, project engineering and facilities engineering experience in building electrical systems
A valid US or Canadian drivers' license
Preferred:
Experience with electrical metering, arc flash analysis, short circuit coordination studies and lighting and power design
Experience with energy efficient design concepts
AutoCAD or MicroStation drafting experience
As the Principal Electrical Engineer you will need the above and following:
Skills Needed:
As the Lead Electrical Engineer you will need the following:
Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and techniques of engineering planning; equipment and materials used in engineering operations; specialized subjects used in the fields of engineering, such as mathematics, statistics, mechanics, power, physics and chemistry; and strength of materials
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to:
relate abstract ideas to actual needs and adopt an effective course of action
establish and maintain effective working relationships
apply engineering principles to practical engineering problems; use engineering equipment and tools, including computer applications; to make, read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Analyze and design engineering solutions with limited engineering oversight
Exercise seasoned professional judgment within a broad framework
Demonstrated ability to:
exercise sound engineering judgment and exhibit solid leadership to establish well-reasoned solutions
satisfactorily perform self-directed activities of moderate complexity with minimal engineering oversight, guidance, and assistance
As the Principal Electrical Engineer you will need the above and following:
Experience with:
electrical metering, arc flash analysis, short circuit coordination studies, and
lighting and power design
energy-efficient design concepts
AutoCAD or MicroStation drafting experience
Ability to:
equipment and tools, including computer applications; make, read, and
interpret engineering drawings and specifications
exercise sound engineering judgment and exhibit solid leadership to establish
well-reasoned solutions
Additional Information:
Additional Information
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check is required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (not eligible for overtime)
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Retirement Eligibility, including a defined contribution Plan with immediate vesting
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply
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Posting Start Date: 3/5/24
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