Electrical Engineer

DSC Dredge, LLC; Reserve (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

DSC Dredge is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer III to lead the electrical and automation engineering scope for complex, custom dredge projects from design through commissioning.

This senior role owns industrial power distribution, motor control, instrumentation, electrical schematics, equipment specification, and overall project execution, while coordinating PLC, HMI, VFD, and industrial networking integration and mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering required.
• 5+ years in industrial electrical engineering with project leadership.
• Experience reading and developing electrical schematics; NEC knowledge.
• Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial networking; commissioning experience.

Responsibilities

• Own the electrical and automation engineering scope for complex, custom-build projects.
• Direct the design of industrial power distribution, motor control, and instrumentation systems.
• Develop electrical schematics and panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical; review others' work.
• Oversee design and troubleshooting of VFD and motor control systems; coordinate PLC/HMI/network integration.
• Chair customer design reviews and review vendor documentation; ensure designs meet standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Commissioning experience

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

DSC Dredge is a world leader in portable cutter suction dredges — engineering and manufacturing equipment for aggregate mining and sand & gravel production, environmental remediation, coastal restoration, navigational maintenance, and marine construction across the U.S. and in more than 50 countries worldwide. We operate from our headquarters in Reserve, Louisiana and our manufacturing facility in Poplarville, Mississippi.

About the Role

DSC Dredge is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer III to lead the electrical and automation engineering scope for complex, custom dredge projects from initial design through commissioning. This senior role owns industrial power distribution, motor control, instrumentation, electrical schematics, equipment specification, and overall project execution, while leading the coordination of PLC, HMI, VFD, and industrial networking integration and mentoring junior engineers. You will work closely with Engineering, Production, and Sales to keep projects on schedule and ensure every system performs reliably in the field. This is a world-class dredge manufacturing business with immediate full-time openings, offering a competitive salary based on experience and an unmatched benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) with match, and much more.

Responsibilities

• Own the electrical and automation engineering scope for complex, custom-build projects.
• Direct the design of industrial power distribution, motor control, and instrumentation systems at the architecture level.
• Develop electrical schematics and panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical, and review the work of other engineers.
• Oversee the design and troubleshooting of VFD and motor control systems.
• Drive coordination of PLC, HMI, and industrial networking integration with the Automation Engineering team.
• Head up specification of electrical equipment, instrumentation, drives, motors, MCCs, switchgear, transformers, and related components.
• Guide coordination of engineering activities with mechanical engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, and product support.
• Chair customer design reviews and technical meetings.
• Review customer specifications, vendor documentation, and engineering submittals.
• Spearhead the development of engineering standards and improvement of existing designs and processes.
• Serve as field authority for factory testing, commissioning, startup, and field troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, with demonstrated project leadership
• Working knowledge of motor control and instrumentation; familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial networking sufficient to coordinate effectively with Automation Engineering
• Experience reading and developing electrical schematics
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable industrial electrical standards, leading interpretation and application for complex designs and reviewing others' work
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced engineering environment
• Commissioning experience with industrial equipment
• Willingness to travel approximately 10% for field support

Preferred Skills

• Experience with UL 508A industrial control panel design
• Familiarity with medium-voltage power distribution (2.4 kV–15 kV)
• Working knowledge of soft starters, power system protection, and industrial power distribution
• AutoCAD Electrical proficiency
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or Engineer-in-Training on a PE track

Pay range and compensation package

• Health, dental, vision insurance & short-term disability
• Company-paid basic life insurance & long-term disability
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• PE licensure support including examination fees, study resources, and continuing education

Equal Opportunity Statement

DSC Dredge LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.