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The Foth Companies

Power Electrical and Controls Engineer

The Foth Companies, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Overview This range is provided by The Foth Companies. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range : $110,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Foth

is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 30 locations are dedicated to

solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges . Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at

Foth .

Foth

is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented

Power Electrical and Controls Engineer

who is looking for new learning experiences, opportunities for career growth, and a desire to contribute to our clients’ success. This position could work out of the

Green Bay, WI; Madison, WI; Milwaukee, WI; Chicago, IL; Minneapolis, MN

location, or a

US-Based Remote

work-from-home office location.

Location/Work Arrangement : Green Bay, WI; Madison, WI; Milwaukee, WI; Chicago, IL; Minneapolis, MN or US-based remote.

Responsibilities

Engage directly in an industrial/manufacturing environment gathering field data and conducting field investigations, when required, for project work

Provide technical engineering design support for industrial projects electrical systems including medium (15 kV) & low voltage (600 VAC) power distribution

Complete power systems analysis (short circuit, load flow, overcurrent coordination, arc flash analysis, power factor, ground system, harmonics, panel SCCR)

Design machine and process power distribution systems, facilities electrical and grounding systems and oversee installation

Lead the development of all project-related documentation, schedules, and cost estimates

Perform QA/QC of design packages and stamp

Lead design work, delegate appropriate efforts, and hold team members accountable

Work as part of a collaborative project team integrated with partner contractors and client

Lead design reviews with the client and internal teams

Develop and write proposals which will include concepts, scope of work, deliverables, effort hours, and estimated cost

Ability to travel for work up to 25% annually

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering – Power System option or equivalent technical experience

10+ years of industrial electrical systems engineering design & analysis experience

5+ years of experience with medium voltage (up to 15 kV) & low voltage (up to 600 VAC) power distribution systems including utility services, campus distribution, substations, switchgear, transformers, panel boards, grounding systems (including ungrounded/high resistance), capacitor banks, CT metering, etc.

Professional Engineer license

Required Previous Experience With The Following

Electrical power analysis (utilizing SKM power tools for Windows, Easypower, etc.) to evaluate short circuit current, protective device coordination, arc flash & energy reduction designs, load studies, power factor correction and harmonics

National Electrical Code and related codes & standards (NFPA 70, 70B, 70E, 79 and IEEE color books)

Preferred Qualifications

15+ years of industry-relevant experience

Hazardous area classification and power implications

Preferred Previous Experience With The Following

Facilities electrical systems including HVAC, lighting, power, communications, security, fire, supervisory systems, emergency power generators and standby systems, etc.

Project management

Lightning suppression

AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical

Motor controls – low & medium voltage, full voltage, soft start, VFDs, motor control centers and power distribution panels and buses

About Copy/paste the video link below in a new browser to watch/learn more about the Electrical and Controls Engineer role at Foth: https://youtu.be/s3AbUlatbJY

Why Foth Established Reputation : With over 85 years of success, we are proud to be 100% member-owned.

Dynamic Culture : Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate.

Challenging Projects : Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers

Equal Opportunity All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing as conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory.

Note on Compensation The base compensation listed reflects a general range and will vary based on factors such as experience, location, responsibilities, and licenses/certifications. In addition to base pay, members may be eligible for bonuses through our Earned Performance Incentive program. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement, paid time off, and other voluntary benefits. Please contact the recruiting team to discuss specific questions.

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Job meta

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

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