MPR Associates, Inc.
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MPR Associates, Inc. Corporate Recruiting Manager & HR Generalist MPR Associates, Inc. (MPR), a thriving multi-discipline, specialty engineering services and consulting firm, is actively seeking capable and motivated Electrical Systems Engineers to join our team. If you are seeking a unique, challenging, and rewarding career opportunity, MPR may be the right company for you. Founded in 1964, MPR has a wide and growing client base in the fields of power and energy, federal services, and health and life sciences. We work throughout the United States as well as internationally. Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, we also have offices in East Lyme, Connecticut, Burlington, Massachusetts, and Salt Lake City, Utah. MPR delivers safe and reliable technical solutions across the project lifecycle to benefit our clients and society. We hire the best and brightest, which results in a high-performance culture built on trust and respect. General Job Description
MPR is seeking Electrical Systems Engineers for full-time positions at our Alexandria, VA; East Lyme, CT; Burlington, MA; and Salt Lake City, UT offices. Engineers contribute to and lead projects involving design, specification, test, modification, and failure investigation of power systems and equipment. Projects span distributed energy resources, renewable energy sources, commercial nuclear, new nuclear, grid modernization, transmission and distribution facilities, and transmission system substations. MPR is an adaptive technical organization that identifies and responds to clients’ needs, helping frame problems into workable technical and managerial solutions. For more than 60 years, MPR has been the organization to which clients turn for specialty engineering solutions developed with integrity and technical excellence. Responsibilities
Develop electrical designs for power systems including technology selection of inverter-based resources to satisfy PCC/POI interconnection requirements. Select and specify power systems equipment including breakers, power transformers, metal clad switchgear, circuit switchers, instrument transformers, and protective relays. Create single line diagrams, interconnection diagrams, detailed drawings, specifications, and layouts of equipment. Validate designs that satisfy applicable codes and standards NFPA 70, IEEE, NERC, ISO, Local Utility and other electrical safety and performance regulations. Perform electrical power system analysis, including load flow, short circuit, protective device coordination, and transient stability studies. Investigate electrical system problems, perform failure investigations and analyses, and evaluate alternatives to improve system performance, reliability, and availability. Develop equipment procurement specifications for major capital equipment. Supervise design verification testing, equipment installation, and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with design requirements. Author detailed technical documents, including design reports, qualification documents, and submittals such as technical manuals, drawings, and design review evaluations. Work closely with instrumentation and controls teams to deliver integrated project communication and protection systems. Support and mentor junior engineers, fostering development in electrical design and power systems. Communicate directly with clients, including engineering, management, and maintenance teams, to understand requirements and provide technical recommendations. Education
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET-accredited university required. Master of Science, Electrical Engineering (MSEE) degree a plus. Experience
At least three (3) years of work experience in electrical power systems. Strong analytical skills with a fundamental understanding of engineering principles. Familiarity with industrial design standards, codes and regulations including IEEE standards and NERC regulations. Experience using electrical analysis tools to develop solutions for power system problems (examples: MATLAB, ETAP, EMTP-RV, PSCAD, ANSYS). Experience with CAD tools for developing electrical drawings is a plus. Experience specifying, designing, and developing design verification tests or equipment commissioning test programs. Experience delivering comprehensive solutions to multi-disciplinary problems with engineers of diverse backgrounds. Ability to work in a dynamic engineering environment on several projects simultaneously. Experience with complete electrical project lifecycle (design, procurement, installation, commissioning) is a plus. Skills – Personal
MPR’s culture and heritage is rooted in engineering excellence. Successful candidates must have a passion for solving problems, natural curiosity, and a willingness to work hard to deliver value. The following skills are important: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for clients and senior management. Ability to explain complex technical issues and summarize findings at an executive level. Leadership and team motivation, change management, and timely decision-making. Desire to tackle new problems, take on new responsibilities, and work on diverse projects. Good time management and organization skills. Attention to detail. Strong questioning attitude and openness to feedback. Travel
As required by project assignments, estimated 10% - 20%. MPR Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other classification as required by applicable law. MPR is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employer. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Design Services Industries
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Electrical System Engineer
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MPR Associates, Inc. Corporate Recruiting Manager & HR Generalist MPR Associates, Inc. (MPR), a thriving multi-discipline, specialty engineering services and consulting firm, is actively seeking capable and motivated Electrical Systems Engineers to join our team. If you are seeking a unique, challenging, and rewarding career opportunity, MPR may be the right company for you. Founded in 1964, MPR has a wide and growing client base in the fields of power and energy, federal services, and health and life sciences. We work throughout the United States as well as internationally. Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, we also have offices in East Lyme, Connecticut, Burlington, Massachusetts, and Salt Lake City, Utah. MPR delivers safe and reliable technical solutions across the project lifecycle to benefit our clients and society. We hire the best and brightest, which results in a high-performance culture built on trust and respect. General Job Description
MPR is seeking Electrical Systems Engineers for full-time positions at our Alexandria, VA; East Lyme, CT; Burlington, MA; and Salt Lake City, UT offices. Engineers contribute to and lead projects involving design, specification, test, modification, and failure investigation of power systems and equipment. Projects span distributed energy resources, renewable energy sources, commercial nuclear, new nuclear, grid modernization, transmission and distribution facilities, and transmission system substations. MPR is an adaptive technical organization that identifies and responds to clients’ needs, helping frame problems into workable technical and managerial solutions. For more than 60 years, MPR has been the organization to which clients turn for specialty engineering solutions developed with integrity and technical excellence. Responsibilities
Develop electrical designs for power systems including technology selection of inverter-based resources to satisfy PCC/POI interconnection requirements. Select and specify power systems equipment including breakers, power transformers, metal clad switchgear, circuit switchers, instrument transformers, and protective relays. Create single line diagrams, interconnection diagrams, detailed drawings, specifications, and layouts of equipment. Validate designs that satisfy applicable codes and standards NFPA 70, IEEE, NERC, ISO, Local Utility and other electrical safety and performance regulations. Perform electrical power system analysis, including load flow, short circuit, protective device coordination, and transient stability studies. Investigate electrical system problems, perform failure investigations and analyses, and evaluate alternatives to improve system performance, reliability, and availability. Develop equipment procurement specifications for major capital equipment. Supervise design verification testing, equipment installation, and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with design requirements. Author detailed technical documents, including design reports, qualification documents, and submittals such as technical manuals, drawings, and design review evaluations. Work closely with instrumentation and controls teams to deliver integrated project communication and protection systems. Support and mentor junior engineers, fostering development in electrical design and power systems. Communicate directly with clients, including engineering, management, and maintenance teams, to understand requirements and provide technical recommendations. Education
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET-accredited university required. Master of Science, Electrical Engineering (MSEE) degree a plus. Experience
At least three (3) years of work experience in electrical power systems. Strong analytical skills with a fundamental understanding of engineering principles. Familiarity with industrial design standards, codes and regulations including IEEE standards and NERC regulations. Experience using electrical analysis tools to develop solutions for power system problems (examples: MATLAB, ETAP, EMTP-RV, PSCAD, ANSYS). Experience with CAD tools for developing electrical drawings is a plus. Experience specifying, designing, and developing design verification tests or equipment commissioning test programs. Experience delivering comprehensive solutions to multi-disciplinary problems with engineers of diverse backgrounds. Ability to work in a dynamic engineering environment on several projects simultaneously. Experience with complete electrical project lifecycle (design, procurement, installation, commissioning) is a plus. Skills – Personal
MPR’s culture and heritage is rooted in engineering excellence. Successful candidates must have a passion for solving problems, natural curiosity, and a willingness to work hard to deliver value. The following skills are important: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for clients and senior management. Ability to explain complex technical issues and summarize findings at an executive level. Leadership and team motivation, change management, and timely decision-making. Desire to tackle new problems, take on new responsibilities, and work on diverse projects. Good time management and organization skills. Attention to detail. Strong questioning attitude and openness to feedback. Travel
As required by project assignments, estimated 10% - 20%. MPR Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other classification as required by applicable law. MPR is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employer. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Design Services Industries
Design Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at MPR Associates, Inc. by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified when a new job is posted.
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