Senior Electrical Engineer - Utility Distribution

Merrick & Company is a nationally known multi-office and multi-discipline firm consisting of a diverse, dedicated and talented staff which has achieved design excellence throughout its 60+ years of existence. With offices worldwide, Merrick & Company has been ranked as one of the top 100 design firms by Engineering News Record. Merrick provides personalized services to various clients throughout the world. We are seeking an experienced Utility Electrical Engineer for our High Performance Facilities business unit in our San Antonio office. 

Candidates that have a desire for personal and professional growth, a well-defined understanding of design and construction document processes, and adaptability for short term and long-term projects in an environment that requires a blend of creativity and high technical skills. Successful candidates must be self-starting, motivated, innovative, articulate, self-disciplined, and confident in a demanding, exciting, and fast-paced environment.  This position requires a competent professional engineer who will be responsible for all phases of engineering production for a variety of work ranging from programming through construction administration.  This includes interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating the design and production effort for one or more large or complex projects. 

Job Description

• Provide conceptual / detailed design of medium voltage power distribution including 15kV and 35kV of overhead and underground lines, service transformers, and electrical service to industrial, commercial, and residential properties. Specifically, this work is in support of the CPS Energy client.
• Provide supporting documentation such as calculations, reports, and specifications.
• This individual is expected to possess extensive knowledge on electrical regulatory codes.
• Meet with clients to prepare and/or validate proposed scope of work.
• Prepare fee proposals for engineering design work.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines, completing tasks as previously defined.
• Ability to attend site visits.
• Ability to write and edit specifications.
• Work in a design team environment, including directing and mentoring the work of junior engineers and designers, and delegating work as required as well as provide management of the local team.
• Capable of performing all of the above with minimal direction.
• An agreed upon hybrid schedule, working from both home and office, is available to employees in good standing.
• This position may require periodic reporting to the client’s office (either 1604/Green Mountain Rd or I-35/Zarzamora St) for work and / or training. Candidates are required to meet company expectations for attendance and punctuality.

Required Experience

• Twelve (12) years minimum of overhead electrical, underground electrical or combination of experience is required.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Electrical Engineering is required. A Texas PE is required or have the ability for immediate PE reciprocity between the current state PE and Texas.
• Experience with CPS Energy or other electric utility design projects is required.
• Experience with DOD government work is highly desired.
• Minimum four (4) years of experience using ArcGIS or other design software based drawing generation. Knowledge of GIS is a must.
• Experience using electrical calculation tools is desired, including lighting and power software such as AGi32, Easy Power, ETAP, and / or Power Tools SKM.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Excel & Word.
• Experience using technical codes: NESC, NEC, ISA, IEEE Regulatory Codes Experience in document generation for power distribution and instrumentation & controls.
• Client projects for this position require U.S. Citizenship.
• Local candidates strongly preferred.
• Candidate must pass a background check given the criteria set by the client.

Physical Requirements

• Requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation.
• Be able to work in an environment with open discussions and visitors without getting distracted.
• May be required to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Meets expectations for attendance and punctuality.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) opportunity, 401(k) options, and paid time off (PTO). This position is also eligible for annual performance and spot bonuses.
• We recognize the importance of developing top talent from within, our employees have access to a wide range of internal and external training as well as coaching and peer mentoring programs.
• Merrick & Company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.
• We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.