Prime Electric

Electrical construction, design-build, and services provider

Senior Electrical Systems Specialist

Power Systems EngineeringUpdated on Nov 6

Full-timeBellevue, WA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

At least 6 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical control circuits, with the ability to obtain thermography certification.
At least 6 years of experience installing and/or maintaining Power Automation Switchboards.
At least 6 years of experience using electrical test sets for AC and DC high-potential testing, transformer turns-ratio testing, transformer power-factor testing, and other power-system test practices and procedures.
Ability to interpret protective coordination studies and test and configure protective relays.
Ability to read bills of material, electrical blueprints, and power-system study reports.
Experience installing, commissioning, and maintaining low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems.
Familiarity with arc-flash and shock hazards of 13.8 kV equipment, including Schneider, Eaton, Siemens GIS and AIS, and WL, RL, and SB breakers and switchgear.
Familiarity with ANSI, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and NETA codes and standards.
Ability to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
At least 18 years of age and possession of a valid driver's license with limited violations.

Responsibilities

Lead basic to complex installation and checkout of electric and electronic components for systems and service-installed jobs and service agreements, including maintenance and testing of switchgear/switchboards, motor controls, circuit breakers, panel boards, transformers, and surge protection devices.
Perform vibration analysis and metering, battery maintenance and testing, power monitoring, power-quality work, and protective-relay maintenance.
Set communication devices and industrial-network topology; upload HMI/PLC programs; and install I/O and CPUs.
Integrate third-party EPMS and perform initial testing, operation, troubleshooting, and modification of customer equipment and systems.
Test medium- or low-voltage circuit breakers, metal-clad/vacuum switchgear, and breakers or low-voltage equipment, and analyze test results.
Conduct equipment condition assessments.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical control circuits.
Organize and maintain job documentation.
Provide on-site assistance with, or perform, programming, start-up, checkout, commissioning, and validation processes.
Participate in job-site final walk-throughs, complete job closeout documentation, and provide customer training.
Act as a technical resource to customers and field employees.
Instruct customer personnel on proper operation and routine inspections, and train customers to maintain and adjust complex equipment.
Provide expert advice, training, and technical assistance to support staff and train lower-level employees.
Complete and submit reports covering all job activity.
Maintain complex tools, test equipment, calibration items, and related equipment.
Plan and estimate labor categories and rates, material costs, and transportation expenses for complex proposals.
Review complex task plans, drawings, and installation schematics, and provide continual guidance throughout project duration.
Remain available to respond to emergency and relief assignments.
Develop and maintain effective client relationships that contribute to successful project outcomes.
Monitor job-site safety and take appropriate action to address and correct deficiencies.
Perform other duties as requested.

Desired Qualifications

Associate Degree or equivalent; preference for U.S. Army Prime and U.S. Navy Nuclear experience.
AVO, NETA, and NICET certifications.

Salary Range: 48 to 61 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-hour-wage)

Who We Are

At PRIME, a culture of empathy, trust, and belonging is foundational. This is integral in our approach to recruiting, developing, and retaining the best people in the industry. Our growth mindset drives us to embrace challenges and discover what sparks inspiration for creative solutions. PRIME is compelled to keep evolving, and creating new opportunities for those who perform. Our comprehensive services cover the entire lifecycle of a project, capabilities include electrical construction, service and maintenance, underground, utilities services, renewable energy, and low voltage technology solutions.

Consistently recognized as one of Washington’s Best Workplaces!

Position Summary

We are looking for a motivated senior level Electrical System Specialist with experience in Mission Critical/Data Center work to join one of PRIME's outstanding teams with room for growth and professional development.

Senior Electrical System Specialists are responsible for the I&C on power distribution equipment at our various sites. Scope includes, but not limited to, setting communication devices and topology industrial networks, uploading HMI/ PLC programs, installation of I/O and CPUs, integration of 3rd Party EPMS, initial testing, operation, troubleshooting and modification of customer equipment and systems including MV/LV switchgear, transformers, metering, power monitoring, power quality, and protective relays.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

What You Will Do

Lead basic to complex installation and checkout of electric and electronic components for systems and service installed jobs and service agreements. Tasks are associated with maintenance and testing of switchgear/switchboard, motor controls, circuit breakers, panel boards, transformers, and surge protection devices
Responsible for vibration analysis and metering, battery maintenance and testing, power monitoring, power quality, and protective relay maintenance
Set communication devices and topology industrial networks; upload HMI/ PLC programs; install I/O and CPUs
Perform integration of 3rd Party EPMS; initial testing, operation, troubleshooting and modification of customer equipment and systems
Test MV or LV Circuit breakers; metal clad/vacuum switchgear; breakers or LV equipment and analyze test results
Conduct Equipment Condition Assessments
Troubleshoot and repair Electrical Control Circuits
Organize and maintain job documentation
Provide on-site assistance with or perform programming, start-up, checkout, commissioning, and validation processes.
Participate in job site final walk-through, complete all job closeout documentation, and provide customer training.
Act as technical resource to customers and field employees
Provide instructions to customer personnel regarding proper operation and routine inspections. Train customers to maintain and adjust complex equipment.
Provide expert advice, training, and technical assistance to support staff and train lower-level employees.
Complete and submit reports covering all job activity.
Responsible for maintaining complex tools, test equipment, calibration items, etc.
Plan and estimate labor categories, rates, material dollar costs, and transportation expenses to complete complex proposals.
Perform review of complex task plans, drawings, and installation schematics; provide continual guidance throughout the project duration.
Must be available to respond to emergency and relief assignments.
Develops and maintains effective client relationships contributing to successful project outcomes.
Monitors jobsite safety and takes appropriate action to address and correct deficiencies
Performs other duties as requested

What You Will Need to be Successful

6 or more years of experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical control circuits and ability to obtain thermography certification
6 or more years of experience in the installation and/or maintenance of Power Automation Switchboards
6 or more years of experience using electrical test sets to perform AC and DC high potential testing, transformer turns ratio testing, transformer power factor testing, and other power system test practices and procedures
Skilled at interpreting protective coordination studies and testing and configuring protective relays
Capable of reading bills of material, electrical blueprints, and power system study reports
Experience with the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of low and medium voltage power distributions systems
Familiar with the arc flash and shock hazards of 13.8kV on the following electrical equipment: Schnieder, Eaton, Siemens GIS, AIS, WL, RL, and SB breakers and switchgear
Familiar with ANSI, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and NETA codes and standards
Must be able to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate Degree or equivalent (Prefer US Army Prime and US Navy Nuclear)
AVO, NETA, and NICET certifications

Any offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of job-related pre-employment screening appropriate to the position. After a conditional offer, screening may include verification of employment history, education and professional credentials, and, where permitted by applicable law, a criminal background check. Prime will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable law.

Our Benefits

-100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee

-401k Program w/ Direct Benefit

-100% Employer-paid Life Insurance

-Long Term Disability

-Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program

-Education/ Training Reimbursement Benefit

-Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off

*Prime Electric does not engage with or utilize recruiting or placement agencies for any recruiting or hiring needs. Prime hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept resume referrals from any agencies.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About the Company

Prime Electric

Electrical construction, design-build, and services provider

Prime Electric provides electrical construction and facilities solutions through operating groups in electrical construction, design-build services, technologies, outside plant services and electrical service. Its product is the delivery of integrated electrical and related infrastructure projects, from planning and design through construction and ongoing service. The company relies on strong cost control and project reporting to track progress, detect issues early, and keep projects on budget and schedule. It differentiates itself with a diversified, integrated service model that covers multiple stages of a project under one roof and a culture focused on continuous improvement, which supports a high rate of repeat business. The goal is to deliver reliable, fully integrated electrical solutions for construction partners and customers, ensuring successful project outcomes and long-term partnerships.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Bellevue, WA
Founded: 1987

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