Electrical Engineer – Cape Girardeau, MO

Klingner & Associates, PC; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor / Mentee opportunities

Professional development assistance

Health insurance (three options)

Vision and dental insurance

VPTO, sick leave, 7.5 paid holidays

401(k) with employer match

Health savings and Flexible Spending

Partial Paid Maternity Leave

Yearly Wellness reimbursement

Bonus opportunities

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Klingner & Associates, P.C. in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design lighting, power distribution, standby power, and grounding systems for water and wastewater facilities and related projects.

You will coordinate with architects and other engineers, review drawings and submittals, perform electrical analyses, and participate in site visits as needed. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• BSEE from ABET-accredited institution.
• PE licensure preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 5–10+ years of progressive electrical design experience in commercial and heavy industrial/water environments.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit MEP required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical designs, drawings, specs, and cost estimates for lighting, power distribution, standby power generation, and grounding systems.
• Design power, control, and instrumentation systems for water/wastewater plants, pumping stations, and industrial facilities (including SCADA integration, PLC layouts, and MCCs).
• Develop electrical plans for light commercial, municipal, and institutional buildings per NEC and local codes.
• Review submittals, respond to RFIs, and conduct site visits to ensure design conformance.
• Collaborate in a team environment and manage tasks to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Perform electrical system calculations (short-circuit, arc flash, overcurrent coordination, voltage drop) using standard software.
• Attend team meetings and travel as necessary.
• Develop positive client relationships and comply with office standards.

Skills

Electrical design experience

AutoCAD / Revit

NEC knowledge

Electrical analysis software

Communication skills

Education

BSEE ABET-accredited

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

SKM PowerTools

ETAP

Job description

CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO | Klingner & Associates, P.C. is seeking an Electrical Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical engineering designs; drawings; specifications; and cost estimates for lighting, power distribution, standby power generation, and grounding systems.
• Design power, control, and instrumentation systems specifically for water / wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, and industrial processing facilities (including SCADA integration, PLC hardware layouts, and motor control centers).
• Develop electrical plans for light commercial, municipal, and institutional buildings in compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local building codes.
• Work closely with architects, engineers, and other in-house departments to deliver cohesive, multi-disciplinary project packages.
• Perform electrical system calculations (e.g., short-circuit, arc flash, overcurrent coordination, and voltage drop) using industry-standard software.
• Review contractor submittals, respond to RFIs, and conduct occasional site visits to observe construction progress and ensure compliance with design documents.
• Collaborate in a team environment as well as self-manage and self-motivate to meet project task deadlines and commitments within your projects’ budgets and schedules.
• Use good written and verbal communication skills coupled with strong organizational skills to complete projects.
• Attend and actively participate in project team meetings.
• Travel as necessary to support project tasks.
• Comply with Klingner office standards.
• Develop and promote positive working relationships with local clients.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of progressive electrical design experience, with a proven track record in both commercial building systems and heavy industrial / water resource environments.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is highly preferred (or the ability to obtain licensure within 6 months).
• If not yet licensed, 2+ years of documented experience working under a licensed PE is preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit MEP is a must.
• Demonstrated experience with electrical system analysis software (SKM Power*Tools or ETAP) is a strong plus.
• Deep familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70E, and relevant IEEE standards.
• Possess strong analytical problem-solving abilities, excellent verbal and written communication skills, within a collaborative, multi-disciplined team-oriented environment.

Salary Range: $35-$50. Salaries may vary based on experience and qualifications. The listed ranges are typical.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

The Perks

• Mentor / Mentee opportunities
• Professional development assistance
• Health insurance (three coverage options available)
• Vision and dental insurance
• VPTO, sick leave, and 7.5 paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Health savings and Flexible Spending
• Partial Paid Maternity Leave
• Yearly Wellness reimbursementBonus opportunities
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement