Lead Electrical Engineer - Industrial Power Distribution & Controls

Messer Americas

Bethlehem (Northampton County)

On-site

USD 117,000 - 157,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short‑term disability
Life insurance
Paid time off
Long‑term disability
401(k) plan
Bonus program

Job summary

Messer Americas is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer in the Bethlehem area to provide electrical technical leadership for plant equipment, including design, specification, installation, and code compliance across projects in the Americas. You will deliver preliminary power distribution concepts and cost bases for proposals alongside project managers and engage 3rd‑party resources as needed.

The role involves mentoring junior engineers, interfacing with multiple disciplines, and driving QA/QC

Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical or Power Engineering is required.
  • 7–15 years of electrical power distribution experience in large plants.
  • Experience with design, installation, testing, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

  • Lead electrical design, specification, installation, and commissioning for plant projects.
  • Provide preliminary power distribution concepts and cost bases for proposals.
  • Review equipment specs, QA/QC plans, and vendor designs.
  • Mentor junior engineers and interface with other disciplines.
  • Ensure safety and code compliance in all electrical work.

Skills

Industrial power distribution
Petrochemical/industrial gases
Electrical equipment knowledge
Electrical specs & standards
Short circuit & protection
PLC & DCS control
Codes & standards (NFPA/NEC/OSHA/IEEE)
Willing to travel 20-40%

Education

BS in Electrical or Power Engineering

Tools

DCS/PLC controls

Job description

Messer Americas is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer in the Bethlehem area to provide electrical technical leadership for plant equipment, including design, specification, installation, and code compliance across projects in the Americas. You will deliver preliminary power distribution concepts and cost bases for proposals alongside project managers and engage 3rd‑party resources as needed.

The role involves mentoring junior engineers, interfacing with multiple disciplines, and driving QA/QC

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