Senior Electrical Engineer

EMA Inc.; Tucson (AZ); Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EMA, Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for a full-time remote role to lead electrical design for water, wastewater, and municipal utilities. You will develop power distribution schemes, prepare drawings and specs, and review documents to ensure code compliance.

You will collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable, efficient solutions. The ideal candidate has strong experience in power systems, NEC/IEEE/NFPA, and proficiency with AutoCAD or Revit,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain is strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of consulting, utilities, or industrial project experience.
• Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, NFPA and utility design practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with electrical design for facilities and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute electrical engineering projects for water, wastewater, and utilities.
• Design electrical systems, including power distribution and control.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and equipment selections.
• Review design documents for code compliance and accuracy.
• Mentor junior engineers and support proposals and planning.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Electrical engineering foundation

Electrical design proficiency

Power distribution experience

Power systems analysis

Communication skills

AutoCAD / Revit / power tools

Independent remote work

Project management

Travel to client sites

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

PE license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Power system analysis tools

Job description

Company Description

EMA, Inc. is an employee-owned consulting firm that has specialized in automation technology for water and wastewater utilities since 1975. Over time, the company has expanded its services, practice areas, and offices throughout the United States and Canada to meet evolving client needs. EMA partners with utilities and municipalities to improve business processes and work practices through technology and organizational change. The firm delivers innovative solutions that help clients reduce costs, boost productivity, enhance customer service, and maximize return on investment. Team members benefit from a collaborative, mission-driven environment where client success directly supports company growth and employee ownership.

Role Description

The Senior Electrical Engineer is a full-time remote role responsible for leading and executing electrical engineering projects in support of water, wastewater, and municipal utility clients. This role involves designing electrical systems for facilities and infrastructure, including power distribution and control systems, preparing engineering drawings and specifications, and reviewing design documents for accuracy and compliance with codes and standards. The Senior Electrical Engineer collaborates with project managers, multidisciplinary engineering teams, and client stakeholders to develop reliable, efficient solutions and provide technical guidance. Daily activities include performing calculations and analyses for power systems, conducting design reviews, supporting construction and commissioning activities, and troubleshooting electrical issues in existing installations. The role also includes mentoring junior engineers, contributing to proposals and project planning, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Electrical Engineering, with practical knowledge of Electricity and application in utility and industrial environments.


• Proficiency in Electrical Design for facilities and infrastructure, including preparation of drawings, specifications, and equipment selections.


• Experience with Power Distribution systems, including low- and medium-voltage distribution, motor control centers, and protective devices.


• Expertise in Power Systems analysis and studies, such as load flow, short-circuit, arc flash, and reliability assessments.


• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field; Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one is strongly preferred.


• Relevant experience (typically 7+ years) in consulting, utilities, or industrial projects, ideally involving water and wastewater facilities.


• Familiarity with applicable electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, NFPA) and utility design practices.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently in a remote environment and collaborate with distributed teams.


• Experience using electrical design and modeling software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, power system analysis tools) is beneficial.


• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and occasionally travel to client sites as needed