Senior Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater & Instrumentaion Control

S L King & Associates Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 2 weeks

401(k) plan

Full benefits package

Job summary

S L King & Associates Inc in Atlanta, GA seeks an experienced Lead Electrical Design Engineer to lead design and instrumentation/control for municipal water/wastewater and industrial facilities. This hands-on role emphasizes technical leadership from design through startup and commissioning, with mentorship of junior engineers and collaboration with architects and mechanical engineers.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, a PE license, 5+ years of related experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, preferably in Water/Wastewater and/or Industrial consulting or design.
• Expertise in electrical design software (AutoCAD, Revit MEP, SKM PowerTools) and other relevant engineering tools.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulations, including NEC, NFPA, and IEEE.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing electrical engineering projects from conception to completion.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, communication, and all other power components and electrical specifications. Also, provide all instrumentation and control design and provide P&ID’s and specifications.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff, ensuring the quality and accuracy of engineering deliverables.
• Conduct detailed electrical calculations, load analyses, and short circuit studies using engineering software and tools.
• Prepare comprehensive engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, mechanical engineers, and clients, to integrate electrical systems with overall building designs.
• Evaluate and select electrical equipment, components, and materials based on project requirements, performance criteria, and budget constraints.
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and requests for information (RFIs) to ensure compliance with design specifications and contract documents.
• Perform site visits and inspections during construction to monitor the installation and commissioning of electrical systems and resolve any technical issues that may arise.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in electrical engineering to continually enhance the company's capabilities and expertise.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

SKM PowerTools

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Lead electrical design and instrumentation/control engineering for municipal water/wastewater and related industrial/process facilities. This is a hands‑on engineering design role—not a control‑panel fabrication, installation‑technician, or PLC‑programming position. The engineer will guide deliverables and provide construction‑phase technical leadership from design development through startup and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, communication, and all other power components and electrical specifications. Also, provide all instrumentation and control design and provide P&ID’s and specifications.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff, ensuring the quality and accuracy of engineering deliverables.
• Conduct detailed electrical calculations, load analyses, and short circuit studies using engineering software and tools.
• Prepare comprehensive engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, mechanical engineers, and clients, to integrate electrical systems with overall building designs.
• Evaluate and select electrical equipment, components, and materials based on project requirements, performance criteria, and budget constraints.
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and requests for information (RFIs) to ensure compliance with design specifications and contract documents.
• Perform site visits and inspections during construction to monitor the installation and commissioning of electrical systems and resolve any technical issues that may arise.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in electrical engineering to continually enhance the company's capabilities and expertise.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, preferably in Water/Wastewater and/or Industrial consulting or design.
• Expertise in electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit MEP, SKM PowerTools) and other relevant engineering tools.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulations, including NEC, NFPA, and IEEE.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing electrical engineering projects from conception to completion.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail and accuracy.

Benefits:

• 2 weeks per year paid time off (PTO), as well as paid holidays offered by the Company.
• Participate in the Company’s 401 (k) plan
• Company benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long- term disability plans, as well as plans offered by ALFAC.