Electrical Engineer - Manufacturing

KFI Engineers PC; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KFI Engineers is seeking an Electrical Engineer III to lead electrical design for manufacturing projects. You will shape power distribution, lighting, and critical systems, while ensuring compliance with NEC, NFPA, and other codes.

This role requires strong communication with project teams, vendors, and clients to deliver reliable infrastructure solutions. Ideal candidates have at least eight years of electrical engineering experience, a PE or pursuing it, proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without sponsorship.
• Minimum of 8 years’ electrical engineering experience after graduation.
• PE certification or willingness to pursue this designation.
• Project experience and knowledge of electrical design for building projects.
• Knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Assists with design of power distribution systems (primary requirement), sizing motor feeders and starters.
• Supports design of building power and lighting systems including ground fault, lightning protection, and UPS.
• Prepares engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet contracted scope.
• Performs voltage drop and short-circuit calculations; conducts arc fault analysis.
• Coordinates work with other departments, project teams and contractors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Adaptable

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

POSITION SPECIFICATION

Position: Electrical Engineer III

Department: Manufacturing (MFG)

Reporting Relationship: Senior Project Manager, MFG

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.

POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Electrical Engineer III plays a key role in the successful execution of projects from start to finish for our MFG group. This individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers. The Electrical Engineer III is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed – both externally and internally. The successful candidate will also contribute to a dynamic team environment by being proactive, communicating clearly to all stakeholders, and modeling a highly collaborative working environment. This person will also actively support the business development process, through the writing of proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers. This Electrical Engineer III will be self-directed but thrive in an environment where consultation leads to superior differentiators. The successful candidate will have a pragmatic and applied approach, while at the same time bringing a creative examination of customer needs and solutions.

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Assists with the design of one or more of the following: power distribution systems (primary requirement), size motor feeders and starters.
• Supports the design of building power and lighting systems. Includes the design of special systems, such as ground fault, lightning protection, emergency generator, UPS, etc.
• Prepares engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet contracted scope of work and to ensure application of Electrical Engineering Principles.
• Assists with performing voltage drop and short-circuit calculations. Perform arc fault analysis.
• Coordinates work with other departments and project team members as well as contractors.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without the need for work sponsorship now or in the future.
• Minimum of 8 years’ electrical engineering experience following graduation.
• Professional Engineering (PE) certification or willingness to pursue this designation.
• Project experience and a working knowledge of Electrical design for building projects.
• Knowledge in both Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong electrical design expertise across various industries and processes.
• Comprehensive understanding of Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Structural Engineering construction practices.
• In-depth knowledge of industry codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, NESC, ANSI/IEEE, etc.).
• Experience in infrastructure design for manufacturing facilities.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to enable effective interaction with Designers, Engineers, and Project Managers.
• Ability to establish rapport and credibility with customers and other stakeholders.
• Supervisory or people-management experience.
• Effective meeting management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptable and agile, responsive to quick changes in direction.
• Knowledge of computer technology and specific areas of application, including MS Office.
• Travel: May include up to 25% domestic travel.

Working Conditions