Associate Electrical Engineer

Job Summary*

The Associate Electrical Engineer provides electrical engineering design and support throughout the company in the areas of power, controls, and instrumentation.

Benefits*

Medical

• Dental
• Vision
• Employer Paid & Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) Employer Match AND Annual Profit-Sharing Contributions
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
• Employer Paid Disability Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

At CalPortland, were proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources : our employees.

Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. Thats why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.

All regular full-time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental, and vision plans.

Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and a retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Compensation*

$75,000 to $85,000 Depending on experience

• Responsibilities*
• Responsible for design, cost estimating, materials ordering, and construction of capital budget and plant projects as assigned
• Work with other department members on the development and revision of plant electrical and construction specifications
• Perform calculations for load calculations, voltage drop, arc flash, protective relay settings, etc. in the plant and quarry
• Aid the Plant Engineer in the preparation of the Capital Budget package
• Provide engineering services to other plant departments and support to Corporate Engineering Services as assigned or requested;

supports plant with technical advice and with diagnosing and correcting electrical problems when required

• Responsible for the analysis and design of electrical and control systems required for plant operations, including the plant computer and communication systems
• Maintain contemporaneous records of :
• Short circuit relay protection coordination
• Substation loading, capacity, power factor, and demand
• Plant electrical and instrumentation drawings
• Plant power consumption and departmental distribution
• Lead, coach, and support electrical maintenance efforts
• Manages and directs contractors to perform work on-site
• Provides technical and safety training including arc flash safety and best practices for plant electricians
• Performs field inspections, measurements, and data gathering as required
• Work as a member of the Energy Team to identify improvements and participate in energy audits
• Education*

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering

Requirements / Qualifications*

Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)

Travel to training and other company facilities, as needed

Self-starter and able to work both independently and as part of a team

Ability to work at heights and in restricted spaces

Must be able to climb ladders and stairs in an industrial environment to access / inspect equipment

Must be prepared to spend time gathering data, work on projects and provide plant electrical assistance

Knowledge of SAP and AutoCAD is preferred

Conditions of Employment*

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug / alcohol screen, and background check.

Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.

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