What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Frontier-Kemper Constructors, Inc.?
Frontier-Kemper, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our home office in Evansville, Indiana.
About Frontier-Kemper
Excellence in Underground and Heavy Civil Construction
At Frontier-Kemper, we specialize in heavy civil construction and underground mine development. We are known for our expertise in the engineering and construction of deep shafts and tunnels of all sizes and complexity. Our FKC-Lake Shore division provides design/build/install services for innovative Hoisting and Vertical Conveyance Systems. Our goal is to be the industry’s best source, and best value, for complete turn-key construction, engineering and design-build services and related products.
Across North America, notable projects include The Purple Line Extensions section 3 in Los Angeles, Water Tunnel number 3 in New York City, Eagle Mountain Gas Pipeline and Kemano T2 tunneling projects in British Columbia, Canada, the Inter-Quarry Tunnel in Leesburg, VA and the Century Mine in Volga, WV.
Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent
As an Electrical Engineer at Frontier-Kemper, you will play a key role in the design, fabrication, and installation of power distribution and control systems supporting our heavy civil construction and mining divisions.
This position is responsible for the analysis, engineering, design, and procurement of electrical equipment used on our temporary mining sites and tunnel boring machine (TBM) projects. You will work closely with engineers, vendors, and field teams to ensure all systems meet performance requirements and engineering best practices. This is a dynamic, hands-on position requiring adaptability to the day-to-day operations of active construction sites.
Key Responsibilities
Equal Opportunity Employer
About Frontier-Kemper
Excellence in Underground and Heavy Civil Construction
At Frontier-Kemper, we specialize in heavy civil construction and underground mine development. We are known for our expertise in the engineering and construction of deep shafts and tunnels of all sizes and complexity. Our FKC-Lake Shore division provides design/build/install services for innovative Hoisting and Vertical Conveyance Systems. Our goal is to be the industry’s best source, and best value, for complete turn-key construction, engineering and design-build services and related products.
Across North America, notable projects include The Purple Line Extensions section 3 in Los Angeles, Water Tunnel number 3 in New York City, Eagle Mountain Gas Pipeline and Kemano T2 tunneling projects in British Columbia, Canada, the Inter-Quarry Tunnel in Leesburg, VA and the Century Mine in Volga, WV.
Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent
As an Electrical Engineer at Frontier-Kemper, you will play a key role in the design, fabrication, and installation of power distribution and control systems supporting our heavy civil construction and mining divisions.
This position is responsible for the analysis, engineering, design, and procurement of electrical equipment used on our temporary mining sites and tunnel boring machine (TBM) projects. You will work closely with engineers, vendors, and field teams to ensure all systems meet performance requirements and engineering best practices. This is a dynamic, hands-on position requiring adaptability to the day-to-day operations of active construction sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply creativity and strategic thinking to anticipate and resolve engineering challenges during construction while maintaining project objectives and requirements
- Design and specify medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems for mining and heavy civil construction projects
- Perform fault current calculations, arc flash analyses, and coordination studies for power distribution systems
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, directing the efforts of engineers and designers
- Prepare and present project documentation including calculations, drawings, and technical reports
- Perform equipment take-offs from design drawings and coordinate procurement
- Collaborate with vendors to acquire and specify off-the-shelf components
- Review designs for fit, function, and accuracy to ensure compliance with standards
- Ensure final deliverables meet customer requirements and internal design standards
- Travel intermittently to project and customer sites to support field teams and contractors
- Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical engineering
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or the ability to obtain licensure within 2 years (preferred)
- Experience with EasyPower or similar power system software (training available for the right candidate)
- Additional Beneficial Skills: Autodesk Electrical or LT, Revit, Document Control, Hydraulic System Proficiency, Microsoft Office
Equal Opportunity Employer