Senior Electrical Engineer – Mission-Critical Power Systems

Mission Critical Group; Harleysville (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Critical Group in Harleysville, PA is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead complete electrical design packages for low- and medium-voltage control equipment, including schematics, layouts and BOMs, aligning with IEEE, ANSI, NEMA and UL standards. You will collaborate across engineering, manufacturing and field services to deliver reliable, on-time solutions.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in electrical design with switchgear in marine, heavy industrial, or energy sectors; PE license

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical engineering design with Switchgear in the marine, heavy industrial, and oil & gas industries.
• 1+ years of experience with electro-mechanical power system design, including low/medium voltage power distribution, motor control centers, controls integration, and arc flash protection.
• Experience with marine, oil and gas, or energy sector projects (preferred).
• Understanding of generator controls, protective relays, short circuit/coordination studies, and complex system integration.
• Proficiency in design software: AutoCAD and related electrical CAD tools.
• Ability to read and understand client-supplied job specifications and one-line diagrams to create design criteria for project development.
• Strong knowledge of applicable electrical standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, UL).
• Familiarity with ERP/PLM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to work on fast-paced, short-turnaround projects.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills with an emphasis on cost, safety, and quality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to prepare technical documentation and present to internal teams and clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while also leading cross-functional collaboration.
• Commitment to mentoring and developing junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver complete electrical design packages (schematics, wiring diagrams, layouts, and BOMs) for low- and medium-voltage control equipment.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, UL) as well as client specifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, mechanical engineering, and field service teams to resolve design challenges and improve reliability.
• Lead client-facing communication on technical issues, ensuring requirements are met and solutions are delivered professionally and on time.
• Partner with estimators to provide design input on job size, configurations, and feasibility to support accurate project quotes.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to research materials, evaluate new technologies, and develop design symbols.
• Provide technical support during production and client witness testing; troubleshoot wiring and control issues when needed.
• Mentor junior designers and engineers, supporting the department's continuous improvement of design standards, tools, and processes.
• Drive innovation by contributing to new product development and improvement projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical design

Switchgear

Power systems

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Mission Critical Group in Harleysville, PA is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead complete electrical design packages for low- and medium-voltage control equipment, including schematics, layouts and BOMs, aligning with IEEE, ANSI, NEMA and UL standards. You will collaborate across engineering, manufacturing and field services to deliver reliable, on-time solutions.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in electrical design with switchgear in marine, heavy industrial, or energy sectors; PE license