Senior Electrical Engineer

Ellaway Blues Consulting; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial manufacturing firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Dallas, Texas. The role involves leading a team, managing electrical system designs, and ensuring quality and compliance throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should possess over 10 years in electrical engineering, with experience in medium- and low-voltage systems and solid leadership skills. The position emphasizes collaboration and safety in an innovative environment focused on clean energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of electrical engineering experience, including 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience designing medium-voltage and low-voltage systems in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes including NEC and IEEE.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Electrical Engineers.
• Provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage electrical system designs for various applications.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables meet regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Designing electrical systems

Safety and compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Power management systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

SKM PowerTools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Electrical Operations Engineer – Advanced Manufacturing (Greenfield Facility)

Industry: Advanced Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering

We are currently looking to recruit a Senior Electrical Engineer for one of our clients based in Fort Worth, Texas. Our client is a U.S. industrial manufacturer operating at the forefront of the clean energy and advanced materials sector, developing a new greenfield, high-tech manufacturing facility to support electrification and domestic supply-chain resilience.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of Electrical Engineers and Electrical Drafters, setting priorities, assigning tasks, reviewing deliverables, and supporting professional development.
• Provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, from concept design and procurement through construction, commissioning, and operational support.
• Manage and develop electrical system designs including low- and medium-voltage distribution, motor controls, lighting, grounding, and lightning protection systems.
• Oversee and approve detailed electrical documentation such as single-line diagrams, schematics, panel layouts, cable routing, and conduit schedules.
• Review and validate vendor and contractor submittals to ensure compliance with design specifications, codes, and regulatory standards.
• Support field engineering, construction, and commissioning activities, resolving technical issues during installation, testing, and startup.
• Drive implementation of power management, SCADA-integrated, and load-management systems to improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables meet expectations for quality, safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and drafters through technical coaching, training, and career development support.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, controls, process, and OT teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Champion electrical safety, risk mitigation, and adherence to engineering standards across all project phases.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 10+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience, including at least 3 years in a technical leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong experience designing and supporting medium-voltage (MV) and low-voltage (LV) electrical systems in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, SKM PowerTools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical codes and standards including NEC, NESC, IEEE, IEC, OSHA, UL, and NRTL.
• Experience performing load studies, short-circuit analysis, arc flash studies, and protective coordination.
• Broad understanding of electrical, mechanical, process, and instrumentation system integration.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize workloads, and deliver high-quality engineering documentation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to safety, hazard awareness, and best practices in industrial environments.