Electrical Project Engineer

Gables Search Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gables Search Group is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead water and wastewater projects in North Carolina. Responsibilities include preparing reports, drawings and permits, and coordinating with project teams and clients across multiple sites.

The ideal candidate has 5–15 years in electrical engineering for water/wastewater, with NEC/NFPA 780 knowledge and proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical or Revit, and arc flash tools. PE license preferred and opportunities for growth available.

Qualifications

• 5–15 years of electrical engineering experience on water/wastewater projects.
• PE license or ability to obtain is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and NFPA 780.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical or Revit, Arc Flash software (eTap or SKM).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers and clients; conduct evaluations and prepare reports, drawings, and submittals.
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, modifications and changes as needed.
• Perform site visits and participate in client meetings.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Water/Wastewater

Project Management

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit

Arc Flash software

NEC/NFPA 780 knowledge

PE license (preferred)

Tools

SpecSizer

Powersuite

Job description

We have an immediate opportunity for an Electrical Engineer with experience working on Water/Wastewater projects. This career growth opportunity is with an established, full service civil engineering firm.

Position Overview: The Electrical Project Engineer will play a vital role in the completion of water/wastewater engineering projects throughout North Carolina. You will be working on water/ wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, lift stations, etc.

Responsibilities

• Work with project managers, clients, conduct evaluations, prepare reports, detailed specifications, drawings, permitting, submittals, etc.
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, modifications, changes, etc.
• Conduct site visits, participate in client meetings, etc.

Required Experience

• 5 – 15 years of electrical engineering, water/wastewater project experience.
• A Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain is highly preferred
  • Managing multiple projects, tasks, assignments, etc.
  • Medium voltage and low voltage electrical distribution systems (i.e. Motor Control Centers, Generators, Switchgears, etc.)
  • Diagrams (single line, motor elementary, instrument loop wiring.)
  • Electrical Area classification and ability to specify electrical equipment.
  • Emergency backup systems.
  • SpecSizer (Caterpiller) or Powersuite (Cummins)
  • Designing full emergency backup systems.
• Knowledge of the NEC and NFPA 780.
• Technical Skills: AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical (or Revit), Arc Flash software (eTap or SKM)

Why Work Here

• A career growth opportunity with established, employee-owned firm
• State-of-the-art facilities and resources
• A world-class team of professionals who are committed to innovation and sustainability