Lead Electrical Power Systems Engineer - MV Switchgear

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

5% 401(k) company match

Company-paid medical premiums

Dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. is seeking a Lead Electrical Power Systems Engineer for MV switchgear in an office-based environment with some travel.

The role provides senior technical leadership across design, estimating, manufacturing, and delivery of mission-critical electrical power systems up to 38 kV. You will collaborate with Sales, Estimating, Engineering, Manufacturing, and customers to review requirements, mitigate risks, and develop value-engineered, standards-compliant solutions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical power systems application or engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power distribution up to 38 kV.
• Experience with switchgear, MCCs, transformers, generators, motors, circuit breakers, relays, UPS/batteries, VFDs, power factor correction, SCADA, DCS, HMI, IEDs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical advisor to customers, sales teams, engineering, estimating, manufacturing, and operations.
• Review RFQs and technical requirements to identify risks, constraints, and schedule impacts.
• Develop and present value-engineered electrical solutions balancing performance, cost, schedule, and manufacturability.
• Provide engineering guidance on systems up to 38 kV and associated equipment.
• Review documentation for technical accuracy and compliance.
• Support product development and testing activities and coordinate with certifying bodies.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Electrical distribution 38 kV

NEC/NFPA/IEEE/IEC

PE registration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lead Electrical Power Systems Engineer - MV Switchgear

Lead Electrical Power Systems Engineer - MV Switchgear

Lead Electrical Power Systems Engineer - MV Switchgear

Locations: Greater New Orleans, LA Area | Gulf Coast, MS | Greater Philadelphia, PA Area | Greater Atlanta, GA Area | Greater Lafayette, IN Area
Job Type: Full-Time
Travel: Up to 10%

Position Summary

A leading manufacturer and provider of electrical power solutions is seeking a Lead Electrical Power Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership supporting the design, application, estimating, manufacturing, and delivery of mission-critical electrical power systems.

This role will serve as a senior technical resource for internal teams and customers, providing engineering guidance on electrical power equipment and applications up to 38 kV. The Lead Engineer will work closely with Sales, Estimating, Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and customers to review technical requirements, identify project risks, develop value-engineered solutions, and ensure designs meet applicable industry standards and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical advisor to customers, sales teams, engineering, estimating, manufacturing, and operations.
• Review RFQs, customer specifications, drawings, and technical requirements to identify technical risks, material constraints, and potential schedule impacts.
• Develop and present value-engineered electrical solutions balancing performance, cost, schedule, and manufacturability.
• Provide technical guidance on electrical power systems and equipment up to 38 kV.
• Support applications involving switchgear, MCCs, generators, motors, transformers, circuit breakers, fuses, reclosers, protective relays, UPS and battery systems, VFDs, and power factor correction.
• Support systems involving SCADA, DCS, HMI, and intelligent electronic devices (IEDs).
• Review quotation documentation and customer submittal drawings for technical accuracy and compliance.
• Support product development and type-testing activities for new electrical equipment.
• Coordinate with testing and certification organizations regarding product requirements and testing.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to evaluate design impacts on manufacturability, serviceability, quality, and field support.
• Develop and improve standardized engineering processes, tools, and design guidelines.
• Communicate technical requirements, project risks, and recommendations to customers, senior leadership, and internal teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across engineering, production, quality, and customer service.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical power systems application or engineering experience, preferably in Marine, Heavy Industrial, Oil & Gas, or other mission-critical environments.
• Strong practical knowledge of electrical power distribution and equipment up to 38 kV.
• Experience with several of the following: switchgear, MCCs, transformers, generators, motors, circuit breakers, protective relays, UPS/battery systems, VFDs, power factor correction, SCADA, DCS, HMI, or IEDs.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, NEMA, IEEE, IEC, UL/CSA, ABS, ANSI C37.1, and ANSI C37.2.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, technical documentation, and communication skills.
• Understanding of electrical equipment manufacturing, production methods, quality requirements, and cost considerations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• PE registration preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

This is an opportunity to join an organization that offers an A++ benefits package, including:

• Unlimited PTO
• 5% 401(k) company match
• Company-paid medical insurance premiums
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Flexible work environment
• Bonus opportunities
• Strong opportunities for professional growth and advancement

This is primarily an office-based engineering position with regular interaction with manufacturing and production operations. The position requires the ability to walk through industrial manufacturing areas, stand for extended periods, climb stairs, and occasionally lift or carry items up to 25 pounds.

Additional hours, including occasional weekends or holidays, may be required based on project requirements and customer deadlines.