Senior Electrical Engineer

Surge Staffing; Ormond Beach (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Surge Staffing seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to design electrical systems for custom equipment, mobile laboratories, and modular facilities in biopharmaceutical, biocontainment, and cGMP environments. You will develop drawings, calculations, and specs for global deployment using AutoCAD and ETAP.

The role demands leading engineering teams from concept through commissioning, with hands-on design and field support in a fast-paced production setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7–10 years of electrical engineering experience.
• Proficiency in 2D electrical design and drafting using AutoCAD or comparable software.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and nationally recognized drafting standards.
• Experience with 120V, 240V, 277V, and 480V electrical systems, including single- and three-phase power, shore and generator power, load management, and switching.
• Familiarity with 12V and 24V DC systems, including access control, fire, security, video, and Ethernet/data systems.
• Experience leading technical project teams to meet schedule, cost, and performance objectives.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to interpret technical drawings and spatial relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical research.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across engineering, production, and field teams.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for custom equipment, including control panels, power distribution, and machine interfaces.
• Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and interconnect drawings.
• Size and select breakers, transformers, VFDs, PLCs, sensors, and cabling.
• Perform load calculations, short-circuit analyses, and coordination studies.
• Ensure designs meet applicable NEC, UL, NFPA, and IEC requirements.
• Collaborate with mechanical and controls engineers to integrate electrical systems into equipment designs.
• Support fabrication and assembly teams by resolving design issues and clarifying technical documentation.
• Participate in FAT and commissioning.
• Design power distribution, lighting, grounding, and backup power systems for mobile and modular labs.
• Develop single-line diagrams, panel schedules, conduit layouts, and cable routing plans.
• Coordinate electrical designs with HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and process systems.
• Engineer utility connections, including shore power, generators, UPS, and transfer switches.
• Incorporate life sciences, cleanroom, and regulatory requirements into designs.
• Support facility layouts, equipment placement, and utility coordination.
• Assist with site installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical engineering principles

Project leadership

Load calculations

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Communication

Cross-functional work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

PLC/DDC programming tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Employment Type: Full-time, onsite in a production environment

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to design electrical systems for custom equipment, mobile laboratories, and modular facilities supporting biopharmaceutical, biocontainment, pharmacy, and cGMP environments.

This role applies electrical engineering principles to develop reliable, compliant equipment and facility infrastructure for global deployment. Using tools such as AutoCAD and ETAP, the Senior Electrical Engineer will create designs, specifications, calculations, and drawing packages that support fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with practical problem-solving skills and the ability to lead engineering project teams from concept through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for custom equipment, including control panels, power distribution, and machine interfaces.
• Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and interconnect drawings.
• Size and select breakers, transformers, variable frequency drives (VFDs), PLCs, sensors, and cabling.
• Perform load calculations, short-circuit analyses, and coordination studies.
• Ensure designs meet applicable NEC, UL, NFPA, and IEC requirements.
• Collaborate with mechanical and controls engineers to integrate electrical systems into equipment designs.
• Support fabrication and assembly teams by resolving design issues and clarifying technical documentation.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and commissioning.
• Design power distribution, lighting, grounding, and backup power systems for mobile and modular laboratories.
• Develop single-line diagrams, panel schedules, conduit layouts, and cable routing plans.
• Coordinate electrical designs with HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and process systems.
• Engineer utility connections, including shore power, generators, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and transfer switches.
• Incorporate applicable life sciences, cleanroom, and regulatory requirements into designs.
• Support facility layouts, equipment placement, and utility coordination.
• Assist with site installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

Documentation & Standards

• Produce complete drawing packages, including schematics, layouts, installation details, and bills of materials.
• Prepare engineering specifications, calculations, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain drawing revisions and follow document control procedures.
• Apply established drafting standards and verify the accuracy and completeness of deliverables before release.

Project & Customer Support

• Partner with project managers to meet schedule, budget, and performance goals.
• Coordinate with customers, vendors, and contractors throughout project execution.
• Provide technical support during procurement, fabrication, installation, and start-up.
• Troubleshoot field issues and develop corrective actions.
• Lead engineering project teams with minimal supervision.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Seven to ten years of electrical engineering experience.
• Proficiency in 2D electrical design and drafting using AutoCAD or comparable software.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and nationally recognized drafting standards.
• Experience with 120V, 240V, 277V, and 480V electrical systems, including single- and three-phase power, shore and generator power, load management, and switching.
• Familiarity with 12V and 24V DC systems, including access control, fire, security, video, and Ethernet/data systems.
• Experience leading technical project teams to meet schedule, cost, and performance objectives.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to interpret technical drawings and spatial relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical research.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across engineering, production, and field teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of custom manufacturing and job shop processes.
• Familiarity with integrated Building Management Systems (BMS) and HVAC controls.
• PLC and Direct Digital Control (DDC) programming knowledge.
• Experience integrating electrical systems into specialty vehicles, such as high-end RVs, luxury yachts, or command and emergency response vehicles.
• Experience with international power systems.
• Hands‑on electrical assembly, fabrication, or repair experience.

Success in This Role

• Deliver accurate, buildable designs that meet applicable standards.
• Complete projects on schedule and within budget.
• Support reliable equipment and facility performance.
• Maintain effective collaboration across engineering, fabrication, and field teams.
• Demonstrate ownership and proactive problem‑solving from concept through commissioning.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• 80 hours of paid holidays, including a year‑end shutdown.
• Generous paid time off.
• A supportive work environment focused on employee well‑being, professional growth, and work‑life balance.