Electrical Engineer - Power Systems

Overview

Job Description :

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Electrical Engineering or senior staff, the Electrical Engineer – Power Systems will specialize in performing and documenting power system studies, including short circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc flash hazard studies. The engineer will provide detailed engineering analysis for industrial, commercial, educational, governmental, and healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. This role requires proficiency in power system modeling software, field data collection, and collaboration with project teams to deliver high-quality, reliable electrical engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform short circuit analysis to evaluate fault currents and ensure proper short-circuit current ratings of electrical equipment.
• Conduct overcurrent protection device coordination studies to determine overcurrent protective device settings for selective tripping and ensure system reliability.
• Evaluate systems for selective coordination where required per NFPA 70 and recommend solutions to comply with NFPA 70.
• Perform comprehensive arc flash hazard analysis per IEEE 1584 and NFPA 70E to determine the arc flash boundaries, incident energy, and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Evaluate and recommend arc flash mitigation strategies to reduce incident energy levels.
• Create arc flash labels in accordance with NFPA 70E and client standards.
• Conduct site visits to apply arc flash labels.
• Ensure proper application of arc flash labels when installed by the contractor.
• Conduct motor-starting studies to assess the impact of starting large motors on electrical power systems.
• Utilize power system software tools such as SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower for power systems modeling and analysis.
• Maintain organized project file containing project calculations, schedules, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc.
• Conduct site visits to gather field data and verify existing conditions to support accurate study results.
• Collaborate with project teams, including the Project Manager, Electrical Engineer, and client, to define project scope, budget, and design approach.
• Adhere to project quality, budget, and schedule.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team technical development.
• Edit and draft project specifications.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

Experience

Skills / Competencies

Ghafari Associates has longstanding experience across aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation to help clients elevate efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

Ghafari is consistently recognized as a Top Workplace, Crain's Cool Place to Work, and a Best and Brightest company to work for in the US. The company emphasizes culture, employee benefits, and a diverse portfolio of projects. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments.

Through career mapping, Ghafari encourages licensure, supports knowledge growth, and provides opportunities for management and mentorship roles. The internship program recognizes students from around the world, with a high rate of hiring interns after graduation.

Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects worldwide. Ghafari's global reach fosters professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities.

Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation, you may apply for positions in the following ways : Connect to our job portal (https : / / ghafari.jobs); by fax at 313.436.8624; Attn : Human Resources; by mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn : Human Resources; In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; By email at hr@ghafari.com. For questions or additional accommodations, please contact 313.441.3000.

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