Senior Electrical Engineer

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced electrical engineer to design and optimize facility electrical/power systems, supporting construction and commissioning activities. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytic methods, problem-solving, and clear communication with management and clients.

Requirements include a BS in electrical engineering, 8+ years in power systems, EIT, and relevant code knowledge. Travel and U.S. citizenship may be required; senior roles add PE license and leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field from an accredited school.
• 8+ years of experience in design and operation of facility electrical/power systems and controls.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
• Knowledge of current building codes and regulations, including NFPA, IBC, and UFCs.
• Proficiency with power distribution systems modeling tools such as SKM PowerTools, ETAP, or EasyPower.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or analogous CAD programs.
• Ability to work independently and on teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience developing project requirements and performing electrical calculations.
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.
• Ability to travel.
• Current TS/SCI clearance issued by the U.S. government.
• U.S. citizenship required for positions with technical responsibilities.
• Senior-level alternative requires a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related engineering degree, 12 years of experience, a PE license, leadership experience, mentoring, and project cost estimation experience.
• Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, LEED AP accreditation, high power/utility infrastructure engineering, high-density data center design and operations, launch base infrastructure and facilities, SCADA/DCS, PLCs, and control-systems communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise to identify innovative technologies and operational enhancements improving design, safety, resiliency/reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Develop and implement advanced analytical techniques to evaluate facility systems and optimize electrical systems performance.
• Apply rigorous, methodical problem-solving and root-cause determination.
• Deliver independent, data-driven technical recommendations to management and customers through verbal and written communication.
• Develop test plans, interface control documents, and test procedures.
• Travel to customer and/or government facilities while representing the company and department professionally.
• For the senior level, lead project teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Electrical Systems Design

Power Distribution Systems Analysis

Electrical Calculations

Test Plan Development

Root-Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SKM Power Tools

ETAP

EasyPower

AutoCAD

SCADA/DCS

Job description

• Provide technical expertise to identify innovative technologies and operational enhancements improving design, safety, resiliency/reliability, and cost efficiency
• Develop and implement advanced analytical techniques to evaluate facility systems and optimize electrical systems performance
• Apply rigorous, methodical problem-solving and root-cause determination
• Deliver independent, data-driven technical recommendations to management and customers through verbal and written communication
• Develop and evaluate design criteria and concept design packages
• Support construction and commissioning operations
• Develop test plans, interface control documents, and test procedures
• Travel to customer and/or government facilities while representing the company and department professionally
• For the senior level, lead project teams and mentor junior staff

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field from an accredited school
• 8 years of experience in design and operation of facility electrical/power systems and controls
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
• Knowledge of current building codes and regulations, including NFPA, IBC, and UFCs
• Proficiency with power distribution systems modeling and analysis tools such as SKM Power*Tools, ETAP, or EasyPower
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or analogous computer-aided drafting programs
• Ability to work independently and on teams in a fast-paced environment
• Experience developing project requirements and performing electrical calculations
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to travel
• Current TS/SCI clearance issued by the U.S. government
• U.S. citizenship required for positions with technical responsibilities
• Senior-level alternative requires a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related engineering degree, 12 years of relevant experience, a Professional Engineer (PE) license, project management and project-team leadership experience, experience leading or mentoring junior staff, and project cost estimation experience
• Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree, LEED AP accreditation, high power/utility infrastructure engineering, high-density data center design and operations, launch base infrastructure and facilities, SCADA/DCS, PLCs, and control-systems communications

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in electrical engineering with a focus on facility electrical systems design, operational enhancements, and advanced analytical techniques. Proven ability to lead project teams, mentor junior staff, and deliver data-driven recommendations while ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Bachelor's Degree In Electrical Engineering
• 8 Years Of Experience In Electrical Systems Design
• Engineer In Training (EIT) Certificate
• Proficiency With Power Distribution Systems Modeling Tools
• Current TS/SCI Clearance

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Electrical Systems Design
• Power Distribution Systems Analysis
• Electrical Calculations
• Test Plan Development
• Root-Cause Analysis

Soft Skills

• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Excellent Written Communication
• Oral Communication Skills
• Ability To Work Independently
• Team Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Engineer In Training (EIT)
• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• LEED AP Accreditation

Industry Keywords

• Building Codes
• NFPA
• IBC
• UFCs
• High Power/Utility Infrastructure Engineering

Tools & Technologies

• SKM Power*Tools
• ETAP
• EasyPower
• AutoCAD
• SCADA/DCS