Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Description

IPS is seeking innovative and dynamic engineers to join our team and make a significant impact by keeping our world advancing. At IPS, we innovate, inspire, and transform. We’re looking for technically proficient and entrepreneurial problem-solvers who embrace challenges, continuously seek knowledge, and push the limits of what’s possible. At IPS, you’ll have the chance to work on impactful engineering projects through the entire project lifecycle, develop innovative solutions, and contribute to the future of our industry. You’ll collaborate with the brightest minds, learn from experts, and grow professionally in a values-driven company. Unleash your potential with IPS and be part of something big.

Principal Responsibilities and Expectations:

System Design and Engineering

You will lead the end-to-end design process for low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) equipment.

• UL 891 Switchboards & UL 1558 Switchgear: Designing busbar layouts, selecting circuit breakers (ACB/MCCB), and calculating short-circuit withstand ratings.
• Metal-Clad MV Switchgear: Designing for 5kV to 38kV applications, including vacuum circuit breakers, protective relaying (SEL, Multilin), and instrument transformers (CTs/VTs).
• Motor Control Centers (MCC): Integrating VFDs, soft starters, and thermal overload protection into modular designs.
• Power Skids & E-Houses: Engineering integrated, prefabricated power solutions including transformers and cooling systems.

Technical Modeling & Documentation

The role requires high proficiency in industry-standard design software to create "construction-ready" packages.

• Electrical Schematics: Utilizing EPLAN Electric P8 or AutoCAD Electrical to generate:
  • Single-line diagrams (SLD) and Three-line diagrams.
  • Control schematics and wiring schedules.
  • Point-to-point interconnection maps.
• Mechanical Modeling: Using SolidWorks or AutoCAD 3D to perform:
  • Busbar Routing: Designing copper or aluminum bus systems with proper clearances for heat dissipation and dielectric strength.
  • Enclosure Design: Managing spatial constraints, door swings, and cable entry/exit points.
  • Thermal Management: Ensuring adequate airflow and heat loss calculations for the assembly.

Regulatory Compliance & Calculations

You will be the technical authority on safety and performance standards.

• Code Compliance: Ensuring all designs strictly adhere to NEC (NFPA 70) and NFPA 70E (Arc Flash safety).
• Standards Adherence: Guaranteeing equipment meets UL 891, UL 1558, UL 845 (MCCs), and IEEE C37.20.2 (Metal-Clad Switchgear).
• Engineering Analysis:
  • Short-Circuit Analysis: Calculating Available Fault Current to ensure appropriate AIC ratings.
  • Arc Flash Mitigation: Designing for safety using maintenance switches, light-sensing relays, or remote racking.
  • Selective Coordination: Ensuring upstream and downstream protective devices trip in the correct sequence.

Technical Leadership & Quality Control

As a senior member of the team, you serve as the final gatekeeper for technical accuracy.

• Peer Review: Conducting rigorous "redline" checks on junior engineers' drawings to identify errors in logic, sizing, or bill of materials (BOM).
• BOM Management: Finalizing accurate bills of materials for procurement, ensuring components are compatible and lead times align with project schedules.
• Testing Support: Drafting Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) procedures and providing remote or on-site support during primary and secondary injection testing.

Travel and Site Visits:

• Travel to various production sites as required, to oversee operations (fabrication, refurbishing, remanufacturing, repair, testing, …) and provide technical support.

Contributing to IPS Safety and CIPS Culture:

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by adhering to CIPS principles and identifying best practices within the team and across locations.
• Provide training and mentorship to younger engineers and technicians.
• Actively participate in the IPS UCE tier meeting process.
• Utilize Continuous Improvement Process Solution (CIPS) tools and Processes.

Qualifications and Competencies:

The successful candidate should possess 10+ years of experience and the following qualifications:

• Attention to Detail: Ability to design and develop intricate electrical power systems, meticulously tracking design elements and technical requirements throughout these processes.
• Strong Knowledge of Electrical Engineering Principles: proficiency in applying principles of engineering, electrical engineering discipline, and advanced mathematics for analysis, design, and troubleshooting, specifically in power distribution and control equipment
• Communication Skills: Strong collaboration skills to work closely with other engineers and technicians, clearly explaining designs and reasoning. Ability to relay instructions during product development, production, construction, and to explain complex issues to customers with little technical expertise. Experience in reviewing and participating in contract negotiations is also desirable.
• Project Management: Competence in managing various aspects of power systems or other projects to ensure tasks are completed on schedule and within budget. Ability to monitor and evaluate work at job sites as projects progress.
• Writing Skills: Excellent technical writing skills to prepare reports and summaries on interconnection studies, contribute to standards development, draft specifications and requirement documents, and provide status reports on projects. The ability to make findings and specifications easily understood by both technical and non-technical audiences is essential.
• Education: BSc or BEng in Electrical Engineering or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
• License: Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Travel: Must be willing to travel (up to 50%).

You’ll thrive at IPS if you…

• Lead with integrity and prioritize safety. You demonstrate high standards and commit to a safe, ethical workplace.
• Value teamwork and accountability. You work well with others, take responsibility, serve others, and deliver on your commitments.
• Focus on the customer. You are dedicated to providing an unmatched customer experience and exceeding expectations.
• Have an entrepreneurial spirit. You’re proactive, innovative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate effectively and with purpose. You keep everyone informed with clear, concise communication.
• Stay curious and love to learn. You continuously seek new knowledge and grow personally and professionally.

Who We Are:

At Integrated Power Services (IPS), we're committed to empowering you to make a meaningful impact. As the industry's leading and fastest-growing service provider, IPS offers single-source electromechanical and power management solutions to enhance the reliability of critical infrastructure across North America and the United Kingdom. We serve over 30,000 essential customer locations, from renewable energy pioneers to hospitals, manufacturers, and municipalities, helping them avoid costly downtime and ensure mission-critical operations.

When you join IPS, you're joining a team that's revolutionizing equipment and process reliability across diverse sectors, from power generation to petrochemicals, and beyond. You'll learn from industry experts, grow alongside a talented workforce, and be part of a company that is built on the Shared Values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Entrepreneurial Spirit.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k Employer Match
• Bonus Incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And more!

IPS is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background and driving record investigation. As a federal contractor, our company is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace. Candidates for this position are required to complete a pre-employment drug screen successfully. The drug screening process will include testing for substances that may impair one's ability to perform the job safely and effectively.

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