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Hawaiian Electric · 1 month ago

Electrical Engineer I / Electrical Engineer II - Oahu

Hawaii, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$78K/yr - $100K/yr

3+ years exp

Hawaiian Electric is a leading provider of electricity and services to the residents of Hawaii. They are seeking Electrical Engineers at either the Engineer I or Engineer II level to perform design, project engineering, and project management duties in support of their capital construction programs.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy Efficiency

Responsibilities

Prepares plans, layouts, design calculations and related engineering design in accordance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations

Conducts project design and cost alternative studies, field inspections, and prepares associated reports

Prepares and manages cost estimates, budgets, schedules, material and construction specifications and construction contracts for projects assigned

Performs project engineering and project management functions for assigned projects

Coordinates work by consulting engineers, evaluates proposals and bids for engineering services and equipment and makes recommendations

Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response

Under direct supervision of higher level professional engineers, performs design, project engineering, project management and general engineering duties in support of the capital construction programs of Hawaiian Electric

Independently evaluates, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications

Receives instruction on specific assignment objectives, complex features and possible solutions. Assistance is furnished on unusual problems and work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment

Prepares plans, layouts, design calculations, and related engineering design work in accordance Company standards, applicable codes, ordinances and regulations. Develops new or improved techniques and procedures for equipment, material, products, or methods

Performs project engineering and project management functions on major capital projects for Hawaiian. Works with City/County, State, and Federal government agencies on rules, regulations and permits regarding projects

Conducts engineering studies, prepares reports, and reviews/comments on technical reports and studies prepared by others

Prepares requests for proposal for engineering services, evaluates proposals and makes recommendations. Directs design efforts by consultants and checks designs prepared by consultants

Prepares material, equipment construction specifications for bid, and evaluates proposals and makes recommendations for purchase

Develops project schedules and project cost estimates for inclusion in the capital budget

Conducts field inspections to verify field conditions and check compliance with specifications, then prepares reports of findings

Participates in Company emergency response and other Company activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringEngineering DesignProject ManagementLEAN PrinciplesSafeStart PrinciplesCost EstimationAnalytical SkillsLeadership SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsFlexibility

Required

A BS degree in engineering in a discipline relevant to the Department from an accredited engineering school

Thorough knowledge of the theories and principles of engineering acquired through advanced college level courses or equivalent experience

Working knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering design, project engineering, project management and construction methods associated with electric utility facilities normally acquired through a minimum of 3 years' relevant engineering experience

Working knowledge of personal computers and related software applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, and ability to learn additional software tools to perform work

Working knowledge of LEAN continuous improvement principles and best practices to achieve operational excellence

Working knowledge of SafeStart principles and best practices to achieve a safe workplace environment

Good leadership skills including effective written, oral and listening communications skills and interpersonal skills, in order to work effectively with all levels of the company, with outside contractors and consultants, governmental agencies, community groups and customers

Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities

Strong interpersonal skills to handle confrontational, difficult and/or sensitive issues. Ability to handle such issues with professionalism while using tact, courtesy and discretion

Ability to do in-depth analytical and administrative skills for such tasks as preparing and monitoring project requirements and resolving cost and time constraints, conflicting priorities

Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver's license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy

Experience in the design of additions, modifications, extensions, upgrades and rearrangements of company generation, transmission, substation, and communication and control systems and facilities

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited engineering school in a discipline relevant to the Department

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of power engineering design, project engineering, project management, design standards, and construction methods associated with electric utility facilities normally acquired through a minimum of 5 years relevant engineering experience

Working knowledge of personal computers and related software applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, and ability to learn additional software tools to perform work

Working knowledge of City/County, State and Federal laws, ordinances, regulations, codes, practices procedures as related to specific projects and assignments

Working knowledge of Hawaiian Electric's Capital and O&M budget procedures strongly preferred

Working knowledge of System Planning and Protection preferred

Working knowledge of business writing, accounting, economics, business law and finance are desirable

Working knowledge of LEAN continuous improvement principles and best practices to achieve operational excellence

Working knowledge of SafeStart principles and best practices to achieve a safe workplace environment

Demonstrated leadership skills including effective written, oral and listening communications skills and interpersonal skills, in order to work effectively with all levels of the company, with outside contractors and consultants, governmental agencies, community groups and customers

Ability to conceptualize new ideas quickly

Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities

Demonstrated interpersonal skills to handle confrontational, difficult and/or sensitive issues. Ability to handle such issues with professionalism while using tact, courtesy and discretion

Demonstrated in-depth analytical and administrative skills for such tasks as preparing and monitoring project requirements and resolving cost and time constraints, conflicting priorities

Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver's license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy

Multiple 5 – 7 year's of experience in the design of additions, modifications, extensions, upgrades and arrangements of company generation, transmission, substation, and communication and control systems and facilities, protective relaying systems, or power systems analysis work, and five (5) years design experience must be in a specific area of expertise

State of Hawaii Professional Engineer License in relevant discipline is required in order to stamp drawings and designs required to obtain construction and building permits