Electrical Engineer, Power

Best in Recruiting; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New project opportunities

Job summary

AllTek is partnering with a local client in Pittsburgh to recruit an Electrical Engineer, Power who will design and implement electrical power systems for industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, and data centers.

From conceptual design through commissioning, you will develop load calculations, one-line diagrams, and specify transformers, switchgear, UPS, and backup generation, while ensuring compliance with NEC/NFPA and IEEE standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in electrical power engineering, industrial facilities, or power distribution design.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and familiarity with ETAP, SKM PowerTools, or EasyPower.

Responsibilities

• Design medium- and low-voltage electrical power distribution systems for diverse industrial environments.
• Develop electrical load calculations, one-line diagrams, equipment layouts, and technical specifications.
• Specify critical power equipment including transformers, switchgear, switchboards, motor control centers, generators, and UPS systems.
• Support the design of data center infrastructure, including redundant power architectures and backup generation.
• Perform or oversee short-circuit, load flow, protective device coordination, and arc-flash studies.
• Review vendor submittals, drawings, and contractor packages to ensure quality and compliance.
• Provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, and startup phases.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and vendors to ensure project success and safety compliance.

Skills

Electrical power engineering

AutoCAD

Analytical problem solving

NEC/NFPA/IEEE/ANSI knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM PowerTools

EasyPower

Microsoft Office

Job description

AllTek is partnering with a local client in Pittsburgh to find a highly skilled Electrical Engineer, Power. Join our esteemed client as an Electrical Engineer specializing in power systems, where you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing electrical power solutions for industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, and mission-critical data centers. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex projects from conceptual design through commissioning, ensuring that power systems are reliable, efficient, and compliant with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design medium- and low-voltage electrical power distribution systems for diverse industrial environments.
• Develop electrical load calculations, one-line diagrams, equipment layouts, and technical specifications.
• Specify critical power equipment including transformers, switchgear, switchboards, motor control centers, generators, and UPS systems.
• Support the design of data center infrastructure, including redundant power architectures and backup generation.
• Perform or oversee short-circuit, load flow, protective device coordination, and arc-flash studies.
• Review vendor submittals, drawings, and contractor packages to ensure quality and compliance.
• Provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, and startup phases.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and vendors to ensure project success and safety compliance.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in electrical power engineering, industrial facilities, or power distribution design.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and familiarity with ETAP, SKM PowerTools, or EasyPower.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of NEC/NFPA, IEEE, and ANSI standards.
• Experience with electrical equipment sizing, grounding, and protective devices.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with data centers or mission-critical electrical infrastructure.
• Familiarity with UPS systems, generators, and redundant power configurations.
• Knowledge of Revit/BIM, equipment procurement, and commissioning processes.
• EIT certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Over three years of relevant experience in power systems engineering.

Other Requirements:

• Availability for occasional site visits to industrial facilities and data centers.
• Excellent teamwork and communication abilities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career while working on impactful projects in Pittsburgh’s thriving industrial sector.