Senior Electrical Engineer

March 18

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Norwest Engineering Inc.

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Norwest Engineering Inc. is a multi-discipline consulting engineering firm based in Portland, Oregon, dedicated to establishing long-standing relationships with clients through responsiveness, accuracy, and quality engineering. Founded in 1975, the company specializes in industrial engineering projects across various sectors, including petroleum, chemical, power generation, pulp and paper, and metal manufacturing facilities. Norwest is committed to providing customized engineering solutions that meet each client's specific project scope, schedule, and budget while adhering to regulatory requirements. With a focus on civil, structural, mechanical, process, electrical, and controls engineering, Norwest offers a comprehensive range of services including FEED studies, construction management, permitting services, and facility assessments.

Petroleum: Midstream Development • Chemical Facilities • Marine Structures • Pulp & Paper Facilities • Primary Metals

51 - 200 employees

Founded 1975

⚡ Energy

📋 Description

• Lead electrical design of industrial facilities • Solve complex problems while working collaboratively • Act as electrical subject-matter expert • Review and check one-line diagrams and grounding plans • Complete electrical engineering calculations and documentation packages • Coordinate project deliverables and deadlines • Apply extensive knowledge of relevant codes • Confidently speak with clients and electrical utilities • Support business development opportunities and marketing efforts • Perform contractor construction submittal reviews and general electrical design activities

🎯 Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in project development from concept through completion • Relevant experience in oil and gas, refinery, or industrial environments • Ability to recognize power distribution and control equipment • BS in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET accredited institution required • PE (Professional Engineer) is desired; must be working toward or willing to obtain PE • Working knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, Soft Starters and Power Distribution Systems • Ability to perform voltage drop, cable tray fill, conduit sizing and equipment sizing calculations • Working knowledge of protection devices such as power circuit breakers, MCCBs, fuses, and relay protection • Understanding of wiring design, grounding, and hazardous area classification • Experience with power system modeling software such as SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower • Strong background in mentoring junior engineers and providing technical guidance • Strong written & oral communication skills and use of tools such as Bluebeam, MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams

🏖️ Benefits

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life insurance • Short and long-term disability insurance • Vacation • Holiday • Paid sick time • 401k plan with employer match