Senior Electrical Engineer

O'Connell Electric Company; Town of Victor (NY); On-site; USD 118,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

O’Connell Electric Company seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical system studies, P&C design, and commissioning for substations and power delivery projects. Travel to customer sites is required, and work occurs in active construction environments with appropriate PPE.

The role emphasizes overseeing testing, field support during commissioning, and mentorship of engineering teams to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Professional Engineer licensure required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive electrical power delivery or substation experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical system studies, including coordination, short-circuit analysis, and arc flash studies.
• Analyze power quality data and generate detailed reports with actionable insights.
• Design and develop Protection & Control (P&C) schemes.
• Support electrical construction design, overseeing layouts, schematics, and specifications.
• Review and validate construction drawings for project compliance.
• Manage as-built drawing updates and field modifications.
• Develop commissioning and testing plans.
• Create construction sequencing plans to optimize workflow.
• Provide on-site technical support during commissioning, troubleshooting, and testing.
• Verify field test results against project specs and quality standards.
• Prepare energization and operational plans for safe system activation.
• Pursue ongoing training and certifications to stay updated.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical problem-solving

Time management

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Education

ABET‑accredited BSEE/BSET

PE licensure

Tools

SKM

ETAP

CYME

ASPEN

EasyPower

Job description

SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

The Technical Services Division specializes in commissioning new substations, performing maintenance and testing of existing substation equipment, and servicing a wide range of power distribution systems for utility, industrial, and public sector clients.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer in this role, you will be responsible for conducting electrical system studies, designing power distribution solutions, performing equipment testing, overseeing commissioning processes, and troubleshooting electrical issues to ensure reliable system operation.

This position requires travel to customer sites. Candidates must be comfortable working in active construction environments, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and adapting to various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical system studies, including coordination, short-circuit analysis, and arc flash studies, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Analyze power quality data and generate detailed reports with actionable insights.
• Design and develop Protection & Control (P&C) schemes
• Support electrical construction design, overseeing layouts, schematics, and specifications.
• Review and validate construction drawings to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Manage as-built drawing updates, incorporating field modifications accurately.
• Develop commissioning and testing plans
• Create construction sequencing plans and schedules to optimize workflow efficiency.
• Provide on-site technical support during commissioning, troubleshooting, and testing.
• Verify field test results, ensuring alignment with project specifications and quality standards.
• Prepare detailed energization and operational plans to facilitate safe and effective system activation.
• Pursue ongoing training and certifications to stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
• Lead and Develop talent within Engineering Teams

Education and Experience

• BSEE or BSET from an ABET-accredited school required.
• Professional Engineers (PE) Licensure required
• Must have a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in electrical power delivery, substation, or related fields.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Mentorship and Leadership
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Electrical Modelling Software (SKM, ETAP, CYME, ASPEN, EasyPower Etc.)

Compensation

The minimum and maximum annual salary that O’Connell Electric Company believes in good faith to be accurate for this position at the time of this posting is $118,000 - $143,000 per year.

It is important to O’Connell Electric that potential candidates for this position understand that compensation depends on numerous factors including the geographic location where the role will be performed, skills required, experience, complexity, travel, and market rate. O’Connell Electric aims to reward performance and attract top talent with competitive, fair pay and benefits. Please note that the top of the salary range represents exceptional, and/or senior-level positions, which meet all required qualifications. Actual offers take the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience into account.

Equal Opportunity

O’Connell Electric is an equal opportunity employerand prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. O’Connell Electric affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.