Senior Electrical Engineer, Power Systems for Food Plants

Dennis Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dennis Group is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and deliver building electrical systems for food and beverage facilities in Salt Lake City. You will handle power distribution, lighting, fire alarm systems, and low-voltage networks, coordinating with trades and vendors.

This role requires 4–7 years' relevant experience and travel to site up to 25%. You will create power plans, one-lines, and panel schedules while maintaining project documentation and supporting bid processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 4–7 years in electrical systems for building power.
• 4–7 years in lighting, fire alarm, and low voltage design.
• 4–7 years in electrical bid documents and procuring materials.
• 4–7 years using AutoCAD, Revit or similar design programs.
• Manufacturing or construction experience preferred.
• PE tracked desirable.
• Travel to project sites up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for building power distribution (208V, 480V, MV) for industrial facilities.
• Document calculations (short circuit, coordination, arc flash, sizing).
• Maintain project document organization and schedules.
• Assist in procuring long-lead electrical equipment and materials.
• Create power plans, one-lines, and panel schedules.
• Design lighting and fire alarm systems per NFPA and code.
• Review scope with client and produce bid documents.

Skills

Electrical engineering

AutoCAD

Revit

Lighting design

Fire alarm design

Low voltage systems

Bid documents

Procurement

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

PE (professional engineer) preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Dennis Group is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and deliver building electrical systems for food and beverage facilities in Salt Lake City. You will handle power distribution, lighting, fire alarm systems, and low-voltage networks, coordinating with trades and vendors.

This role requires 4–7 years' relevant experience and travel to site up to 25%. You will create power plans, one-lines, and panel schedules while maintaining project documentation and supporting bid processes.