Senior Facilities Electrical Engineer

Rolls-Royce Corporation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 99,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay + bonus plan

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Corporation is seeking a Senior Facilities Electrical Engineer in Aiken, SC to lead electrical systems installation, maintenance, and upgrades for industrial facilities. The role requires planning preventive maintenance, managing capital projects, and ensuring compliance with NEC/NFPA/OSHA standards.

Daily work is in office and manufacturing environments with a traditional 5x8 schedule; occasional overtime or on-call support may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with minimum 3 years in industrial facilities.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship; no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation and maintenance of electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, HVAC controls, and backup power.
• Plan and oversee preventive maintenance, testing, and reactive maintenance on HV/LV systems.
• Manage capital projects for electrical upgrades and energy efficiency.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical issues to minimize downtime and ensure reliability.
• Develop and maintain documentation including one-line diagrams and panel schedules.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and utilities; oversee service providers.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLC knowledge

AutoCAD

ETAP

SKM Power Tools

PE licensed

CEM

OSHA 30

Motor controls

Power distribution

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

SKM Power Tools

PLC systems

Job description

Senior Facilities Electrical Engineer

Job Location: Aiken, SC

Working Pattern: Full Time -This position has a traditional work schedule that requires five (5) eight (8) hour days during a Monday through Friday work schedule, may require occasional overtime, weekend work, or on-call support.

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that champions belonging, creativity, and your professional growth. Rolls-Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive. Power Systems is one of three core businesses within Rolls‑Royce, alongside Civil Aerospace and Defence. This role sits within our Power Systems business in North America, where we deliver world-class solutions that power critical infrastructure across energy, industrial, marine, and defense sectors. North America is a key growth market for our Power Systems business, driven by increasing demand for resilient energy solutions, data center expansion, and the transition to more sustainable power. As we continue to invest and expand across the region, our teams are at the forefront of this growth, advancing innovative technologies and shaping the future of reliable, sustainable power.

What you will be doing

• Work with the Sr. Manager for Facilities and Maintenance to deliver the department objectives.
• Plan, coordinate, deliver and oversee the installation and maintenance of electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, HVAC controls, fire alarm systems, and backup power systems.
• Plan, coordinate, deliver and oversee planned preventive maintenance (PPM), Fixed Electrical Testing (FET), Infrared Testing (IR) and reactive maintenance on HV and LV electrical systems.
• Manage capital projects related to facility electrical upgrades, expansions, and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues to minimize downtime and ensure plant reliability.
• Perform load calculations, short-circuit analysis, arc flash assessments, and system capacity planning.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA, OSHA).
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance plans for electrical systems and equipment.
• Lead and support energy management and sustainability programs.
• Coordinate with external vendors, contractors, and utility companies as needed.
• Develop framework contracts and Service Level Agreements for external Service Providers.
• Oversee and assess work performance of external service providers.
• Maintain accurate documentation of electrical systems and facility drawings, including one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and maintenance records.
• Provide technical support to maintenance and operations teams during equipment installation, upgrades, or modifications.

Position Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, with minimum 3 years of experience in industrial or manufacturing facilities, with a strong focus on electrical systems. "Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time."

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification
• Excellent understanding of electrical power systems, including 12,470V, 480V and low-voltage controls.
• Familiarity with electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM Power Tools).
• Knowledge of PLCs, motor controls, and industrial automation systems.

Work Conditions

Daily work is performed in an office and general manufacturing environments. This position has a traditional work schedule that requires five (5) eight (8) hour days during a Monday through Friday work schedule, may require occasional overtime, weekend work, or on-call support.

Rolls-Royce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

What we offer

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits.

Business Unit Overview

The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls-Royce provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility. We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically-advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide. At the heart of our business is the unrivalled dedication and technical expertise of our people. To support them we provide an environment of caring and belonging where everyone is themselves and supports each other. Discover how you can contribute your unique skills to our dynamic team.

Benefits

• base pay and a discretionary bonus plan.
• Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan.

Location: Graniteville, SC

Pay Range $98,566 -$160,169-Annually

Thank you for considering a rewarding career with us where your talent and passion matter.