Electrical Engineer
USA, Clifton
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 4-6 Years
Mining
Introduction
Brunel has an exciting opportunity for a direct role with our client who is a global leader in the mining and metals industry as an Electrical Engineer. This position will be located in Morenci, Arizona.
What are you going to do
Duties:
- Provide technical advice and guidance for assigned electrical engineering projects.
- Assist Senior Engineer in developing Electrical Engineering projects utilizing new technology to constantly upgrade and improve site safety, efficiencies, cost controls, quality controls and protection of the environment.
- Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding assigned Engineering projects
- Manage small to medium site construction, expansion or modification projects, and assists the Senior Engineer on large/complex site planning/construction, expansion or modifications
- Administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment
- Develop working knowledge of local, state and federal regulations appropriate to area of assignment
- Assist the Senior Engineer in contributing to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated Engineering areas
- Develop and evaluate AFE's (Authorization for Expenditure) for capital funding requests
- May represent the site on company sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams
- Perform other duties as required
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related Eng. discipline and 3 years of related experience in Engineering, OR
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related Eng. discipline and 2 years of related experience in Engineering
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of Electrical Engineering with an understanding of Mechanical and Process Engineering techniques
- Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
- Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Familiarity and some experience in Electronics, PLCs, and Control Systems
- Skill in managing small to medium Engineering projects
- Ability to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement
Essential skills and knowledge
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree or Professional Engineering (PE) Certification
- Experience with or classes related to Power Systems Engineering
- Experience with Power System Modeling software such as SKM, eTAP, etc.
- Familiarity with industrial AC and DC motors, VFD's and plant instrumentation
- Familiarity with powerline layout, engineering and construction
- Familiarity with MV power systems
- Leadership and construction / mining experience
- Knowledge and understanding of NEC & NFPA70E Regulations
- Familiarity with designing Power, Instrumentation and Controls Systems
- Experience with ETAP and AutoCAD or similar software for design
- Proficiency in MS Office
What we offer
Offer:
- Competitve salary with bonus potential
- Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
- Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
- Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
- Internal progression opportunities
- Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!
What We Require
- Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
- Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
- Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
- Our client promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.
