Full-Time

Senior Electrical Engineer

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Valdes Architecture and Engineering

51-200 employees

Engineering and project management services

Consulting

Industrial & Manufacturing

Energy

Senior

Lombard, IL, USA

Required Skills

AutoCAD

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
10-12 years of experience working in power distribution or engineering consulting
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong Microsoft Office experience
Familiar with SKM electrical modeling software, Smart Plant Instrumentation (InTools) and AutoCAD
Eligibility to work in the US without requiring sponsorship

Responsibilities

Design and layout of Low & Medium power distribution system
Knowledge of substation design, short circuit analysis, ARC flash studies
Experience with lighting design and grounding and lightning protection
Design of electrical heat trace, wiring diagrams and schematics
Application of medium to low voltage transformers
Application of uninterruptable power systems
Conduit, cable tray and underground duct bank design
Utility interface design
Electrical calculations including short circuit, load flow, arc flash, motor starting, harmonic, device coordination and voltage drop
Instrumentation & Controls Duties: P&ID development, Instrument selection and specifications, control valve and primary element sizing, Instrument loop diagrams, location plans and installation details, Interconnection and wiring diagrams, System architecture development, Control system hardware specifications, Development of sequence of operation and functional description documents, Development of cause and effect diagrams

Valdes is a 200-person, multidisciplinary, engineering, architecture, and project management company with an expert focus on technical excellence. Every client project is assigned a dedicated team of professionals who provide personalized services and solutions. The Valdes success model consists of streamlined work processes, attention to detail, technical expertise, and an unyielding commitment to client satisfaction, safety and quality.

Valdes is guided by our purpose statement: We are talented people who thrive and achieve extraordinary results for our customers.

Our core values reflect who we are, how we perform and what we aspire to:

Integrity Critical Thinking Excellence Teamwork Passion

Valdes proudly executes all work in the United States to maintain the utmost quality for our clients. We are a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE) and hold the following certifications:

National Minority Supplier Development Council - MBE Certification

Illinois Department of Central Management Services - BEP Certification

City of Chicago - MBE Certification

California Public Utilities Commission, The Supplier Clearinghouse - MBE Certification

Responsibilities

Knowledge within the Electrical Engineering discipline with capabilities and the initiative to perform the following with little supervisory assistance
Design and layout of Low & Medium power distribution system
Knowledge of substation design, short circuit analysis, ARC flash studies
Experience with lighting design and grounding and lightning protection
Design of electrical heat trace, wiring diagrams and schematics
Application of medium to low voltage transformers
Application of uninterruptable power systems
Conduit, cable tray and underground duct bank design
Utility interface design
Electrical calculations including short circuit, load flow, arc flash, motor starting, harmonic, device coordination and voltage drop

Instrumentation & Controls Duties:

P&ID development
Instrument selection and specifications, control valve and primary element sizing
Instrument loop diagrams, location plans and installation details.
Interconnection and wiring diagrams
System architecture development
Control system hardware specifications
Development of sequence of operation and functional description documents
Development of cause and effect diagrams

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
10-12 years of experience working in power distribution or engineering consulting
Ability to effectively resolve technical design problems with little coaching
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong Microsoft Office experience
Familiar with SKM electrical modeling software, Smart Plant Instrumentation (InTools) and AutoCAD
Eligibility to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

Valdes Architecture & Engineering Company is looking for bright and talented people that want to take their career to the next level. We offer many rewarding career paths to challenge and engage our employees at all phases of their careers. Our office provides a team environment, and excellent working conditions, which allow individuals to maximize their potential. Valdes Engineering offers an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K plan, Company paid Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, a discounted gym membership and tuition reimbursement.

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Valdes Architecture & Engineering is distinguished by its broad expertise in process simulation, instrumentation and controls, project management, procurement services, and construction management across multiple industries. This breadth of services not only places the company at a competitive advantage but also fosters a culture of diverse technical skill development among its employees. Working here offers unique opportunities for professionals to engage with complex, cross-disciplinary projects, boosting career growth and technical acumen in a supportive environment.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

York Township, Illinois

Founded

1992

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -3%

1 year growth

↑ 2%

2 year growth

↑ 8%