Lead Electrical Engineer

Tata Consulting Engineers; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Consulting Engineers is looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer IV in Baton Rouge, LA. This role requires 8+ years of industrial experience and involves leading projects, specifying electrical equipment, and performing calculations. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and ideally a Professional Engineering License.

You will lead local and remote teams, manage project scopes, and ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code. The position supports office presence Monday through Thursday, with the option for remote work on Fridays.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of industrial experience in electrical engineering.
• Experience in leading electrical, controls, and instrumentation design teams.
• Ability to interface with project managers and client representatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from front end loading to detail design and construction.
• Specify electrical equipment such as switchgear and motor control centers.
• Perform electrical calculations and review design documents.

Skills

Project leadership ability

Electrical design experience

Knowledge of National Electrical Code

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineering License

Job description

Tata Consulting Engineers USA, LLC, (TCE), is a multi-disciplinary engineering organization offering a full range of integrated engineering design, project support, procurement and construction management services to the energy and chemicals industries.

Overview

Lead Electrical Engineer IV with 8+ years of industrial experience in Baton Rouge, LA. Office presence required Monday through Thursday; remote work may be available on Fridays.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from front end loading to detail design and construction, including procurement, cost, and schedule management.
• Specify Electrical Equipment (switchgear, motor control centers, VFDs, lighting, etc.).
• Perform Electrical Calculations (load studies, voltage drop, motor starting analysis, conduit/cable tray sizing, etc.).
• Review design documents, prepare estimates, and develop Bid-Ready Construction packages.
• Understand and apply the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). Familiarity with NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace).
• Collaborate with remote teams and workshare with offices in India as needed.
• Interact with client representatives on-site and from the office to successfully execute capital and expense projects.
• Work with project controls to track progress and anticipate/manage deviations and/or additions to the original scope.
• Coordinate with other disciplines (civil, mechanical, process) to ensure proper design of the project.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead projects with local and/or remote team members. Ability to interface with project managers and client representatives. Lead electrical design teams and coordinate with all discipline leads on project goals. Responsible for estimating engineering effort, defining scope, and recognizing scope changes. Stay within budgeted hours and cost for project deliverables.
• Industrial electrical, controls and instrumentation design/engineering experience preferred.
• Accountability and ability to manage concurrent tasks and deliverables.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional Engineering License preferred. Ability and goal to obtain PE license if not already owned.

EEO Statement

Tata Consulting Engineers USA, LLC (“TCE”) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran\'s status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

In compliance with federal law, all candidates hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form after acceptance of a formal TCE offer letter through our onboarding system.