Sr. Electrical Engineer

Contract Professionals, Inc.; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Contract Professionals, Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Field Engineer to lead industrial power distribution design and field engineering projects nationwide from our Canton, MI area.

The role involves site assessments, troubleshooting, startups, and commissioning, with 60–80% travel. The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial electrical systems, load calculations, switchgear, transformers, and motor control centers, plus extensive NEC knowledge and safety experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering or power distribution.
• Strong NEC knowledge and electrical safety expertise.
• Willingness to travel nationwide 60–80%.

Responsibilities

• Design industrial electrical power distribution systems, including load calculations, equipment sizing, and single-line diagrams.
• Evaluate electrical infrastructure and determine requirements for switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, and related equipment.
• Conduct site assessments and provide engineering support for electrical upgrades, modifications, and equipment relocations.
• Support field troubleshooting, testing, startups, and commissioning.
• Provide technical guidance to electricians, field supervisors, and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with NEC requirements, electrical safety standards, and project specifications.
• Coordinate with customers, project managers, and field teams to support successful project execution.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power distribution

Field engineering

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

Senior Electrical Field Engineer – Industrial Power Distribution

Location: Canton, MI

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Salary: $100, 000–$110, 000 annually

Travel: 60–80% Nationwide

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Field Engineer to support industrial power distribution design, electrical infrastructure assessments, and field engineering projects nationwide. This role combines electrical design with hands‑on field engineering, including site assessments, troubleshooting, installation oversight, startups, and commissioning. The ideal candidate will have strong industrial power distribution experience and a background supporting electrical projects in manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design industrial electrical power distribution systems, including load calculations, equipment sizing, and single-line diagrams.
• Evaluate electrical infrastructure and determine requirements for switchgear, transformers, motor circuits, and related equipment.
• Conduct site assessments and provide engineering support for electrical upgrades, modifications, and equipment relocations.
• Support field troubleshooting, testing, startups, and commissioning.
• Provide technical guidance to electricians, field supervisors, and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with NEC requirements, electrical safety standards, and project specifications.
• Coordinate with customers, project managers, and field teams to support successful project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related engineering field.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, power distribution, or related projects.
• Strong knowledge of three-phase power, switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, and electrical distribution systems.
• Experience with electrical load calculations, single-line diagrams, and electrical design software.
• Hands‑on field engineering experience involving industrial electrical systems, troubleshooting, or commissioning.
• Strong understanding of NEC requirements and industrial electrical safety.
• Excellent technical troubleshooting, communication, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to travel nationwide 60–80%, including extended assignments and occasional weekends.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer who enjoys combining technical design with fieldwork. You'll work on challenging industrial electrical projects, providing engineering expertise from initial design through commissioning.

NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT: No third‑party applicants will be considered. If you are a third‑party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.