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Electrical Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA

Posted: 01/30/2025 Employment Type: Full-time Industry: Engineering Job Number: 6235

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Electrical Engineer – Substation and Transformer Engineering

Location: On-site in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Contact Brett Campbell at bcampbell@saigepartners.com or 319-224-0819, or schedule an appointment at Brett’s Calendly to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Saige Partners, one of the fastest growing technology and talent companies in the Midwest, believes in people with a passion to help them succeed. We are in the business of helping professionals Build Careers, Not Jobs. Saige Partners believes employees are the most valuable asset to building a thriving and successful company culture. Contact us to learn more about the opportunity below or check out other opportunities at https://careers.saigepartners.com/

About the Role

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer with expertise in Substation and Transformer Engineering to join our team. The ideal candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), effectively collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining electrical systems that power our client’s automated machines and systems.

Key Responsibilities

Substation & Transformer Engineering – Improve power efficiency and reliability, focusing on high-voltage to medium-voltage systems.

Power Distribution – Conduct load calculations for 480VAC systems to ensure proper distribution.

Safety & Compliance – Apply a basic understanding of Arc Flash ratings and calculations to maintain industry safety standards.

Electrical Design – Create wiring diagrams, circuit breaker configurations, and other essential electrical components.

Control Systems Support – Provide Allen Bradley control system hardware architecture knowledge for obsolescence upgrades.

AutoCAD Modifications – Update existing AutoCAD prints and create new designs as needed.

Technical Documentation – Read and interpret electrical drawings accurately.

Required Technical Skills

Substation Load Management – Monitor and adjust substation load balance requirements in alignment with evolving needs.

Automation Principles – Understand machine control, sensor technology, and data acquisition.

Allen Bradley PLC Control Systems – Skilled in Allen Bradley PLCs and related automation systems.

AutoCAD Proficiency – Ability to create and modify electrical schematics.

Additional Valuable Skills

Network Topologies – Knowledge of VLANs, firewalls, and servers.

Network Protocols – Understanding of EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, DH+, and RIO.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or a related discipline, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience: Minimum 3+ years in power system design, power conversion, power distribution, sub-system design, or control systems.

Work Environment: Must be able to perform daily tasks on-site.

Travel: Ability to travel within the assigned territory and occasionally for company, customer, and supplier events.

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

About Saige Partners

Saige Partners is one of the fastest-growing technology and talent companies in the Midwest. We are committed to helping professionals Build Careers, Not Just Jobs. Our belief? People are the foundation of success.

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Ready to take the next step? Contact Brett Campbell at bcampbell@saigepartners.com or 319-224-0819 today!

 

Job Requirements

Allen Bradley PLC Controls Systems and AutoCAD software

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