Senior Electrical Engineer – Power Systems & Distribution
$87,000–$120,000 year
HybridCincinnati, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Lead low- and medium-voltage power distribution system design for industrial facilities, developing construction packages including one-line diagrams, power plans, and equipment layouts. Perform advanced power system studies such as arc flash, short circuit, and load flow analysis while selecting switchgear, MCCs, and transformers. Coordinate project execution with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams, supporting site investigations, commissioning, and field troubleshooting. Mentor junior engineers and guide technical proposals across manufacturing, chemical, mining, and food & beverage sectors. Requires 6+ years of experience, valid driver's license, and 25-30% travel including occasional overnight trips.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEE/BSEET) from an ABET-accredited institution
- 6+ years of electrical engineering experience in industrial facilities, consulting engineering, EPC, manufacturing, or related industries
- Experience designing low-voltage electrical power distribution systems for industrial facilities
- Knowledge of NEC and industrial electrical design practices
- Experience developing electrical construction documents and design packages
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams
- Strong organizational and project execution skills
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to travel approximately 25-30%, including occasional overnight travel
- Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship
Desired Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience performing electrical power system studies using: ETAP, SKM PowerTools, EasyPower
- Medium-voltage power distribution design experience
- Arc flash, coordination, and short circuit study experience
- Hazardous location design experience
- Experience specifying and applying: Switchgear, MCCs, Transformers, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Protective Relays, Power Distribution Equipment
- Experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or Revit
- Consulting engineering or EPC project experience
- Experience in one or more of the following industries: Food & Beverage, Chemical, Specialty Chemical, Mining & Aggregates, Metals & Steel, Oil & Gas, Refining
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