Senior Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

WorleyParsons; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley is seeking a Senior Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer in Charleston, WV to lead complex power distribution and generation projects within an EPC framework. You will guide technical decisions, oversee design from concept to commissioning, and coordinate across engineering, procurement, construction, and startup teams.

The role requires a strong electrical background, 8+ years in industrial electrical engineering, and ability to lead multidisciplinary teams. Travel 15–25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering including power distribution/generation.
• Experience leading electrical engineering work within an EPC or design-build project environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, codes and standards.
• Working knowledge of instrumentation and controls for EIC coordination.
• Proven ability to lead teams and communicate with customers and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel 15–25% from Charleston, WV.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering execution for EPC projects involving power distribution and generation.
• Direct and review electrical design deliverables and construction packages for quality and compliance.
• Coordinate electrical, instrumentation, and controls scope across engineering, procurement, construction and startup.
• Collaborate with project managers, customers, vendors, and teams to manage scope, priorities and interfaces.
• Lead or oversee power system studies and deliverables like single-line diagrams and layouts.
• Provide mentorship to engineers and ensure safe, timely project delivery.
• Support business development with technical credibility and solutions.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project leadership

Power distribution

Industrial EPC

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description - Senior Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer (CHA00ML)

Senior Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - CHA00ML

Company : Worley

Primary Location

USA-WV-Charleston

Job

Electrical

Schedule

Full-time

Employment Type : Employee

Job Posting

May 20, 2026

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Reporting Manager Title : Chief Electrical Engineer

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Distribution & Generation

Lead complex power distribution and generation projects, influence critical technical decisions, and help deliver high-impact industrial infrastructure in a senior EPC leadership role.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer with EPC experience, you will lead complex industrial power distribution and power generation projects. This is a senior technical leadership role for an engineer with strong electrical depth, sound engineering judgment, and proven success leading multidisciplinary teams in demanding project environments. You will guide key technical decisions, oversee project execution from concept through commissioning, and serve as a trusted partner to customers, project managers, vendors, and internal teams. While this role requires working knowledge of instrumentation and controls to coordinate broader EIC execution, deep expertise in every I&C specialty is not required. This position is based in Charleston, WV, with typical travel of 15%–25%.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering execution for EPC projects involving industrial power distribution, power generation, and related facility infrastructure.
• Direct and review electrical design deliverables, analyses, and construction packages to ensure technical quality, constructability, and compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate electrical, instrumentation, and controls scope across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Work closely with project managers, customers, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams to manage scope, priorities, schedules, and technical interfaces.
• Lead or oversee power system studies and key electrical deliverables, including single-line diagrams, equipment layouts, grounding, lighting, cable documentation, and related design outputs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and designers while supporting safe, efficient, and timely project delivery.
• Support business development and customer relationship efforts by contributing technical credibility, practical solutions, and strong project execut ion.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• 8+ years of relevant experience in industrial electrical engineering, including power distribution and/or power generation projects.
• Experience leading electrical engineering work within an EPC or design-build project environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, applicable codes and standards, and power system studies.
• Working knowledge of instrumentation and controls sufficient to coordinate multidisciplinary EIC execution.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage technical interfaces, and communicate effectively with customers and project stakeholders.
• Ability to work from Charleston, WV and travel as required for project needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer registration or the ability to obtain licensure.
• Experience in chemical, energy, or other heavy industrial markets.
• Experience with medium- and high-voltage systems, power generation facilities, and related infrastructure.
• Familiarity with control systems integration, field instrumentation, and multidisciplinary design coordination tools.

Relevant Industry Experience

• Experience delivering complex industrial projects through multiple phases, from front-end development through detailed design, procurement support, construction, and commissioning.
• Experience coordinating with owners, vendors, construction teams, and other engineering disciplines in fast-paced EPC project environments.

If working in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment and contributing to the growth of a global business appeals to you, we’d like to hear from you.

Moving forward together

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.