Lead Electrical Engineer

PPS Services Group Inc; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage for员工

401(k) with employer match 4%

Paid time off (PTO)

7 company holidays

Hybrid office in Midtown KC

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

PPS Services Group Inc is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to serve as technical lead on multi-discipline power generation projects. You will oversee detailed electrical design, perform system studies, and ensure deliverables meet codes and client needs.

The role requires a PE license and 10+ years of experience in power facilities. Hybrid in-office schedule and collaboration with the Manager of Engineering and PPS leadership are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering is required.
• PE license is required.
• Minimum 10 years of related experience with progressive design/management responsibilities.
• Experience with design scope development, budget prep, schedules, and multi-discipline coordination.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and design electrical systems and analyze data for safe, reliable power distribution.
• Prepare construction documents for new/modifications of power facilities.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Meet with clients, vendors, and site teams to align deliverables.
• Develop equipment specs and support procurement, including FAT现场 observations.

Skills

PE license

Electrical design leadership

Power systems analysis

Client coordination

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Aeries CARS

SKM Power Tools

ETAP

SmartPlant Electrical

Job description

The Lead Electrical Engineer will serve as the technical lead on multi-discipline power generation projects, with primary responsibility for overseeing and executing detailed electrical design and electrical system studies.. This role provides leadership for key electrical design deliverables, including power system one‑line and three‑line diagrams, equipment layouts, engineering calculations, and major electrical equipment specifications. Responsibilities also include coordinating and reviewing studies such as load flow, short circuit, arc flash, protection coordination, and grounding analyses to support project feasibility, design development, and system reliability.

The Lead Electrical Engineer leads coordination of electrical design activities across disciplines, ensuring study results are effectively integrated into project designs and deliverables. Responsibilities include developing scopes of work, conceptual designs, execution plans for the electrical systems, defining study requirements, and validating analytical assumptions.

The ideal candidate is adept at interpreting complex system behavior and translating study outcomes into practical engineering solutions. They apply advanced electrical engineering principles to a wide range of assignments while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.

This position reports to the Manager of Engineering and President of PPS.

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead and design electrical systems and analyze electrical data and ensure power distribution systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient power distribution system.
• Prepare or direct the creation of construction documents for the installation of new or modifications of existing power-generating facility electrical systems
• Provide leadership, guidance, instruction, and mentorship to junior team members
• Regularly meet and correspond with clients, vendors, and outside stakeholders.
• Coordinate departmental and divisional initiatives
• Develop equipment specifications and provide technical procurement support, including witnessing factory acceptance testing for electrical equipment
• Prepare engineering costs and man-hour estimates and schedules

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
• Minimum 10 years of related experience
• Previous work experience demonstrates progressive design and management responsibilities
• Prior experience with design scope development, budget preparation, project execution meeting schedule requirements, and maintaining established budgets
• Working knowledge of electrical codes, standards, rules, and regulations
• Software experience utilizing Aeries CARS, SKM Power Tools, ETAP, SmartPlant, SmartPlant Electrical, or similar software is preferred.
• Experience in power generating facilities, process facilities, and/or large industrial facilities including the following design types, is strongly preferred: medium voltage, low voltage, lighting, grounding, electrical equipment control, protective relaying and associated systems design and construction administration.
• Field construction and commissioning experience is preferred.
• Project management experience a plus but not essential to perform role
• Excellent written & verbal communications as well as strong analytical & problem-solving skills are required.
• Positive attitude with team-player mindset
• Valid Driver’s license

Benefits and Additional Details

• Competitive and comprehensive compensation package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and family
• 401(k) program with employer match up to 4%
• Generous paid time off, in addition to sick leave.
• 7 company holidays and family-oriented employee activities
• Laid-back work environment in Midtown KC office space
• Employee Referral Bonus program

Job Level: Lead

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay: DOE

Designation: Hybrid (in-office 4 days a week with WFH Friday)

Travel: Up to 10%, as needed for client/ site visits