Electrical Engineer I - Early Career - Merrick & Company

OVERVIEW:

Merrick is seeking an entry level Electrical Engineer to serve in a variety of energy markets including power generation, particularly within generation facilities such as coal, combined cycle and simple cycle gas turbines, hydroelectric, wind and solar generation.  Other projects will include midstream and downstream oil & gas, and renewable fuels. This is a direct, full-time position with Merrick & Company and will be located in our Tulsa, OK; Greenwood Village, CO; or Richmond, VA offices. Local Candidates Only.

Typical salary range for this position is $66,700.00 - $83,700.00 annually. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education level.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Under reasonable supervision of senior engineers develop electrical design documents and drawings.
• Learning to develop electrical basis of design and scope of work documents.
• Developing equipment specifications for electrical equipment, including power transformers, switchgear, MCC’s, motor specs, and other auxiliary electrical equipment.
• Develop electrical calculations, drawings and reports.
• Ensuring technical accuracy and conformance to project design criteria of engineered work products.
• Ensuring appropriate procedures, design guidelines, and design tools are utilized on projects.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Zero (0) to four (4) years of electrical design experience in energy, power generation, utilities and/or related industries.
• Experience working successfully in a collaborative environment.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and be insurable under Merrick’s insurance carrier.
• Candidates for this position must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship (now or in the future).

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• EIT strongly desired.
• Proficient knowledge of industry codes and standards (NFPA/NEC, IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, API, ISA)
• Experience with power analysis design software (ETAP, or SKM Power Tools).
• Proficient knowledge of electrical distribution systems at various voltages (120 VAC, 480VAC, 4160VAC, and 13KV) as they relate to the power generation industry and other heavy industrial projects.
• Excellent project execution and team communication skills.
• Experience working on refurbishment and upgrades of existing industrial facilities. Proficiency in communicating with client engineering and site staff.
• Expertise in HV and LV switchgear, protection relays, electrical coordination studies and electrical calculations.
• Expertise encompassing industrial power document development such as electrical load lists, one-line diagrams, short circuit, load flow and arc flash analysis, power and control schematics, hazardous area classification, grounding layouts, lighting layouts, electrical equipment specifications, power and MCC panel layouts.

PERKS:

• Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
• Robust Employee Referral Program.
• Annual performance and compensation reviews.
• Professional Training and Development.
• Employee Recognition Awards.
• Peer Mentor Program
• And Much More!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
• Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO).
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• Employment with Merrick is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.