Sr. Electrical Engineer

Arrowhead Talent Solutions; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Arrowhead Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for a global manufacturing client in Toledo, OH. The role focuses on leading major capital projects, advanced power distribution design, and seamless control-system integration to ensure safe and efficient plant operations.

The ideal candidate will have a BSEE (PE preferred), 10+ years in industrial electrical projects, and experience with PLC/HMI/DCS integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; PE license preferred.
• 10+ years in industrial electrical installation and capital projects.
• Experience with low/medium voltage, MCCs, switchgear.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and EH&S standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital project design, planning, and execution.
• Draft specs for power distribution and protective relays.
• Coordinate with automation teams for PLC/HMI/DCS integration.
• Manage vendor bids and project schedules.
• Direct on-site commissioning and field support.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project leadership

Power distribution

Industrial controls

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

PE license

Master’s degree in EE

PMP certification

Tools

Rockwell Automation

DeltaV

GE PLCs

Wonderware HMI

Job description

Arrowhead Talent Solutions is assisting a long-standing global manufacturer with a search for their next Sr. Electrical Engineer. This is an individual contributor role that will that will play a critical role in managing and executing large capital projects. The company provides a highly competitive salary and benefits package.

Position Summar

yReporting directly to the Project Manager, the Sr. Electrical Engineer will drive the strategy, execution, and oversight of major capital projects at our primary industrial manufacturing facility. This role focuses on advanced power distribution system design, implementation, and long-term asset reliability, alongside the seamless integration of industrial control systems to ensure optimal, safe, and efficient plant operations

• esCapital Project Leadership: Spearhead the lifecycle—design, planning, and execution—of complex power distribution systems for high-value capital initiatives, ensuring strict adherence to electrical codes, safety benchmarks, and corporate objective
• s.Project Execution: Serve as the technical lead for electrical initiatives. Scope out project boundaries, construct accurate cost estimates, establish timelines, and direct multidisciplinary teams to ensure on-time, within-budget deliver
• y.Power Distribution System Design: Design and draft specifications for low- and medium-voltage power distribution infrastructure, including transformers, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), and protective relaying system
• s.Controls & Automation Integration: Partner with automation engineers to bridge power distribution hardware and protective relays with PLCs, HMIs, DCSs, and SCADA infrastructure. Provide strategic technical guidance on electrical architecture as it intersects with control system
• s.Technical Governance: Draft rigorous technical specifications, evaluate vendor proposals, and champion equipment selections that maximize operational safety, reliability, and ease of maintenanc
• e.Commissioning & Field Support: Direct the on-site installation, testing, and commissioning of new electrical and control assets. Provide hands‑on, high‑level troubleshooting support to resolve complex field engineering bottleneck
• s.Compliance & Standardization: Author and uphold plant-wide electrical design standards, Arc Flash studies, and safety procedures to guarantee regulatory compliance and operational consistenc
• y.Cross-Functional Partnership: Align project roadmaps and safety protocols with plant operations, maintenance, EH&S, and third-party contractors to minimize operational disruptio

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Position Requireme

• ntsEducation: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent; a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline is highly preferr
• ed.Certifications: Professional Engineer (PE) license (or equivalent) and PMP certification are strongly preferr
• ed.Experience: A minimum of 10 years of experience encompassing industrial electrical installation, maintenance, and capital project executi
• on.Technical Depth: Extensive background in low/medium voltage distribution networks, protective relays, switchgear, and MCCs, alongside a solid grasp of industrial control system integration (PLC/HM
• I).Project Capabilities: Proven track record of managing competing project priorities under tight deadlines, evaluating vendor bids, and writing comprehensive technical documentati
• on.Safety Mastery: Deep understanding of national electrical codes, regulatory standards, Arc Flash hazards, and EH&S best practi
• es.Soft Skills: Exceptional leadership and communication skills necessary to align cross-functional engineering and contractor tea

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Preferred Qualificat

• ionsDirect experience managing large-scale capital projects valued at $2
• 0M+.Background in heavy manufacturing environments (e.g., metals, glass, chemica
• ls).Familiarity with specific automation platforms such as Rockwell, DeltaV, GE PLCs, and Wonderware H
• MIs.Experience implementing energy efficiency technologies and optimizing plant utility performa