Electrical Engineer II - Central Energy & Utilities Lead

KFI Engineers; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Dental and vision insurance

Job summary

KFI Engineers is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to lead electrical design and power system studies for the Utilities & Central Energy group. This role focuses on delivering drawings, calculations, and specifications while ensuring compliance with codes and client expectations.

The ideal candidate has a background in electrical engineering, strong design skills, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines. Some domestic travel is expected as part of project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• Minimum 3+ years of Electrical Engineering experience post-graduation.
• Strong electrical design expertise across various industries and processes.
• Proven knowledge of NEC, NFPA, NESC, ANSI/IEEE standards.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to influence stakeholders and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Design for medium voltage and 480-volt power systems, including generation and distribution.
• Design (drawings, specifications and calculations) of systems including ground fault, lightning protection, engine-generator, UPS, DC, MCCs and power factor correction.
• Prepare engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet codes and contracted scope.
• Performs power system studies, including arc fault, short circuit, load flow, coordination and harmonics using SKM PTW.
• Review contractor submittals and provide field support during startup and commissioning.
• Develop labor/cost estimates and manage scope/budget.
• Create project plans and schedules; may serve as project manager for complete projects.
• Support business development through proposals and customer meetings.
• Provide technical and engineering support to other departments.

Skills

Electrical design

Power systems

Project leadership

Client relationships

Analytical skills

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineering Technology degree acceptable

Tools

SKM PTW

MS Office

Job description

KFI Engineers is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to lead electrical design and power system studies for the Utilities & Central Energy group. This role focuses on delivering drawings, calculations, and specifications while ensuring compliance with codes and client expectations.

The ideal candidate has a background in electrical engineering, strong design skills, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines. Some domestic travel is expected as part of project delivery.