Senior Electrical Engineer
$130,000–$150,000 year
On-siteDenver, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead electrical engineering and design for heavy industrial projects across power, chemical, metals, and oil&gas sectors. Responsible for delivering electrical and control deliverables (SLDs, lighting plans, panel layouts, I/O lists, cause & effect matrices) and reviewing P&ID design related to electrical items. Requires working knowledge of HMI/SCADA/DCS/PLCs and ladder logic, cross-discipline coordination, design principles and standards, and providing technical oversight and mentorship to staff. Responsibilities include site visits, cost estimating support for electrical/instrumentation proposals, participation in recruitment and professional development, and weekly status reporting. Strong client/commercial communication with clients, subcontractors, and vendors; willingness to travel to sites and ensure safety and quality in line with MTS standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
- 8+ years of experience in heavy industry design and construction
- Professional Engineer license is preferred
- Working knowledge of HMI, SCADA, DCS, PLCs, and ladder logic
- Understanding of design codes and standards (ATEX, UL, IEEE, ASCE, ACI, AISC, IBC, NEC, NFPA)
- Ability to safely visit sites and communicate with clients/subcontractors/vendors
- Ability to recruit and mentor team personnel
- Experience with cost estimating for electrical/instrumentation proposals
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to solve practical problems
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