Electrical Engineer

Responsibilities :

Manage all aspects of engineering projects from feasibility study through detail design, procurement, construction, start-up and post startup optimization. Responsible for developing, planning, and managing, the scope, budget, schedule, and safe execution of successful projects associated with wood products manufacturing. Adjusts style and approach to establish productive relationships with a diverse group of customers, stake holders and cultures. Defines roles and responsibilities, directs, and leads project team members, contractors and consultants. Acts independently on technical matters related to engineering. Provides technical and supervisory expertise for capital projects. 30% annual travel required to manufacturing locations.

Qualifications :

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering required. M.S. is desirable.
• 480V power distribution design, secondary 480VAC transformer to motors.
• Established the motor list, PDC and related feeders (MCC feeders and utility panels), MCC motor/bucket arrangement, sized of VFD's, brake resistors, and starters, MCC control components and E-net configuration, safety relay and LOTO architecture, field I/O configuration, grounding system design, and local disconnects.
• Directed designers/consultants to detail the drawings, including cable and conduit schedules, field configuration (conduit, tray, above ground, underground, and routing), as well as electrical room general arrangements.
• Autonomously established the concept/architecture best practices and the electrical "workmanship" trade and communicated/validated that to consultants so that these are captured on the drawings released for construction.
• Electrical system modelling using EasyPower to limit arc flash energy and to protect and coordinate 480 VAC electrical systems in a large industrial facility as well as experience installing and commissioning related hardware.
• Large project installation experience (ideally in the > $4 mm range) including hardware and electrical contractor work.
• Ability to perform arc flash and coordination studies of electrical systems.
• Emphasis in managing full spectrum of project activities required.
• Requires advanced level of understanding in project management systems and techniques.
• Requires knowledge of applicable governmental regulations, industry standards and codes particularly NFPA 70 (NEC) and NFPA 70E, and property loss recommendations (Factory Mutual).
• MS Office, MS Project, AutoCAD, EasyPower.
• Must be able to walk, kneel, climb ladders and stairs, and dealing with extreme temperatures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer a Professional Engineer License.
• Prefer 7-10 years progressive experience designing and managing multi-million-dollar industrial capital projects, particularly in wood products manufacturing.
• Prefer working knowledge of AB ControlLogix.

Compensation:

$130,000 - $170,000 annually

About Boise Cascade:

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for decades. Today were one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America - and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. And were committed to investing in them. Thats why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life - from health and well-being, career, and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Heres a snapshot of what we offer:

Our Benefits

• Medical + Prescription Drug
• Dental + Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
• Life Insurance

Maine Employer Surveillance Notice: Boise Cascade uses limited monitoring of company-owned devices, systems, and networks to support business operations, protect company information, and help ensure policy and legal compliance. We do not place monitoring or recording devices in an associate's home or personal vehicle, and we do not install monitoring software on an associate's personal device or other associate-owned property unless required to perform essential job duties and with the associate's notice and authorization. Company-provided devices, accounts, and network access are company property, and associates should not expect privacy when using them or when communicating, storing, or transferring information through Boise Cascade systems (including when accessed from a personal device). Any audio or video recording beyond routine business monitoring will be conducted only as part of a lawful investigation and only with the direction and approval of Corporate Security and the General Counsel, and Boise Cascade will provide notice of employer surveillance as required by Maine law.

Connecticut Electronic Monitoring Notice: Boise Cascade may conduct electronic monitoring without prior written notice when it has reasonable grounds to believe that an associate is engaged in conduct that violates the law, violates the legal rights of Boise Cascade or another associate, or creates a hostile workplace environment, and the monitoring may produce evidence of that misconduct. Examples may include unauthorized access, theft or misuse of company information, unlawful disclosure of confidential information, harassment through company systems, or other suspected misconduct. Such monitoring must be authorized and conducted in accordance with applicable law and Boise Cascade procedures.