Senior Electrical Engineer

SolveNow Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Cleveland, Ohio. This role involves managing client projects, ensuring quality electrical deliverables, and requires 10+ years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will have expertise in electrical system designs and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include overseeing design projects, conducting power system analysis, and interfacing with clients. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and be comfortable with technical and physical tasks. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in designing electrical distribution/control systems.
• Experience in High Voltage Substation Design (up to 345 kV) preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing client projects to prepare electrical deliverables.
• Overseeing power distribution and electrical system designs.
• Assuring quality and timely completion of engineering designs and reports.

Skills

Designing electrical distribution/control systems

Power system calculations

Excellent verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office products

AutoCAD

3-D CAD

Job description

About the job Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Description:

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for managing client projects to prepare electrical deliverables including:

• Power Distribution & Electrical System Designs for Process/Industrial Facilities
• Specifications and Data Sheets (Transformers, Switchgear, Motors, UPS etc.)
• Vendor Inquiries, Bid Evaluations, and Shop Drawing Reviews
• Power System Analysis and Relay Coordination
• Area Classification and Electrical Code Assessments
• Construction Labor/Material Cost Estimates and Project Schedules
• Programming/Set points (VFDs, Relay Protection, Etc.) and Field Support

The Sr. Electrical Engineer is responsible for assuring quality and timely completion of engineering designs and reports. The Sr. Electrical Engineer should be comfortable in interfacing with the clients, visiting clients facilities and performing physical work such as walking, stooping, kneeling and climbing stairs/ladders.

Some travel required to client sites and other offices.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in designing electrical distribution/control systems and performing power system calculations
• High Voltage Substation Design (up to 345 kV) experience preferred
• Subsurface and overhead transmission line design experience preferred
• Project lead experience developing engineering schedules, budgets and forecasts
• Working knowledge of or familiarity with:
  • Microsoft Office products including MS Project
  • AutoCAD and 3-D CAD a plus
  • Electrical design tools and calculations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in teams and to present a positive image to clients

Education/Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required
• Advanced degree a plus