Senior Electrical Engineer – Power Systems Lead

Kiewit; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 143,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental and vision

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Power Engineering Design team. This role leads complex electrical design efforts across major projects and interfaces with other disciplines to ensure constructible, safe, and cost-effective solutions.

The position emphasizes delivering high-quality engineering deliverables, mentoring junior staff, and applying NEC and industry codes. Location options include multiple North American offices with full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering minimum required.
• At least 15 years’ relevant experience in electrical engineering.
• Self directs work with limited supervision.
• Provides guidance, leadership and training to less experienced engineers.
• Leads teams and coordinates within discipline to meet project goals.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex calculations and applies standards with minimal supervision.
• Reviews engineering and design documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Leads project segments and mentors junior engineers.
• Develops design changes to stay within budget and schedule.
• Interprets NEC and industry codes; applies them to designs.
• Reviews vendor data sheets and ensures technical specifications are met.
• Produces engineering deliverables: schematics, wiring diagrams, data sheets.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP Electrical Power System Analysis

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Power Engineering Design team. This role leads complex electrical design efforts across major projects and interfaces with other disciplines to ensure constructible, safe, and cost-effective solutions.

The position emphasizes delivering high-quality engineering deliverables, mentoring junior staff, and applying NEC and industry codes. Location options include multiple North American offices with full-time employment.