Lead Electrical Engineer

Req Id: 35961

Job Title: Lead Electrical Engineer

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

Job Summary

Join Purdue University as our Senior Electrical Engineer and become part of a tight-knit community where your expertise will shape the future of our campus. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

Lead with Purpose
As the steward of Purdue's high voltage operations, you'll oversee critical systems that power our world-class research and educational facilities. Your engineering acumen will be instrumental in developing and maintaining electrical standards that ensure safety and efficiency across our campus.

Innovate and Grow
Embrace endless opportunities to learn and grow as you:

• Provide strategic master planning for building high voltage electrical systems
• Prioritize deferred repair and rehabilitation needs
• Offer professional oversight for in-house electrical design work
• Mentor and support the Plant Operations Staff in power generator operations
• Interface with public electric utility owned combined heat and power generation plant

Make a Global Impact
Your work will directly contribute to Purdue's mission of discovery, learning, and engagement. From the Wade Utility Plant to cutting-edge research labs, your expertise will help power innovations that change the world.

Join a Community of Excellence

• Become part of a team that values your contributions and fosters your growth. At Purdue, you'll find:
• A collaborative environment that cherishes shared experiences
• Opportunities to expand your global perspective
• The pride of being part of a renowned institution with staying power and star power

If you're ready to apply your electrical engineering expertise to shape the future of a leading university, we invite you to join us at Purdue. Together, we'll power the next giant leap.

About Us:

In Administrative Operations we are committed to safely and reliably serving our campus customers and supporting both the University's day-to-day operations and the strategic vision for the future. This means we provide everything from University purchasing and contracts, new construction and renovation of existing campus facilities, landscaping, custodial services, public safety, utilities and more for the Purdue community.

With a team of approximately 1,200 employees, we prioritize customer care, good fiscal stewardship and the delivery of quality services.

When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we've been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience Needed:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, technology, or related field required
• Six (6) years of experience in utilities generation and/or distribution desired
  • Experience with electrical utility equipment
  • Experience conducting root cause analysis
  • Experience with NFPA 70, NESC, IEEE Power and Energy, and other applicable standards
  • Ability to interpret P&IDs, electrical , and equipment arrangement drawings
• A valid driver's license

Preferred:

• Registered Professional Engineer or ability to be registered within six months of hire date

Skills Needed:

• Desire to learn, grow, and contribute to E&U success
• Knowledge of project management/engineering best practices is required
• Good:
  • planning and organizational skills
  • verbal and written communications skills
  • interpersonal skills for collaborative work with customers, clients, and other entities and organizations
• Demonstrated ability to act as a liaison between multiple parties
• Ability to:
  • evaluate and solve complex technical problems utilizing creativity and ingenuity
  • work under pressure and meet critical deadlines
  • produce project justifications
• Office and engineering computer skills with the ability to learn new computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, electrical power analysis software, generative artificial intelligence, process historian databases
• Exposed to heat, noise, dust, and hazardous areas around machinery, chemicals, etc. in utility plants and utility distribution infrastructure
• Must be able to:
  • climb stairs, ladders, and work from heights of up to 100 feet
  • enter equipment manholes and confined spaces

Preferred:

• Thorough knowledge in the functional operation of a Power Plant, as well as engineering consultation
• Proven understanding of electrical engineering design and construction techniques as they relate to power plants and utilities distribution
• Knowledge of applicable codes and regulations

Additional Information:

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Immediate Defined Contribution by the university
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Who We Are:

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

EOE / AA

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.