Electrical Switchgear Engineer

• Responsible for supporting project teams with technical leadership in purchasing activities related to power distribution; switchgear, generators, MCC's etc.
• Drives an overall project & customer value approach to equipment selection with project team.
• Works with estimating to ensure accurate power distribution equipment price information is considered in developing Faith bids for customers.
• Contributes to the achievement of targets: product cost, project cost, quality and time-to market while respecting the purchasing processes and strategy.
• Drives supply chain approach, promoting innovation, standardization, product quality and efficient lead-times.
• Encourages and seeks co-development and early supplier involvement; brings supplier market knowledge and education to team(s).
• Monitors and ensures competitive cost of equipment and compares it to estimated project cost.
• Helps the project team assess possible uses of Excellerate with power distribution equipment.
• Works with Engineering to develop standardized packages for design build and supports value engineering efforts.
• Collaborates with cross functional departments, including estimating, engineering, purchasing and operations.
• Provides customer-focused innovation via engineering and suppliers.
• Studies technical drawings and electrical specifications to ensure that the equipment bill of materials conforms to standards and customer requirements.
• Demonstrates the capability of handling multiple and conflicting priorities and effectively prioritize tasks in a fast paced work environment.
• Demonstrates the ability to navigate through customer plans and specifications.
• Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence.
• Demonstrates the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner.
• Defines work to be done; clearly communicates vision, objectives, and tasks to appropriate individuals.
• Develops relationships with leaders, customers, and others that facilitate open dialogue and trust.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time other than the TN1 Visa (Canadian).