Sr. Electrical Operations Engineer

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals seeks an experienced Electrical SME for a mission-critical facility to serve as on-shift authority for electrical systems, UPS, generators, and switchgear. You will oversee operations, troubleshoot, and mentor staff to ensure uptime and safety.

Responsibilities include staying compliant with LOTO, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and leading with safety and operational excellence. Direct hire with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in medium- and low-voltage electrical systems in industrial or manufacturing settings.
• Proficient with switchgear, UPS systems, generators, and power distribution equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Strong focus on safety and operational excellence.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical operations and switching activities.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with operations teams to maintain facility uptime and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including LOTO, NFPA 70E, and OSHA requirements.
• Train, mentor, and support operations personnel.

Skills

Electrical systems

Power distribution

Switchgear

UPS & generators

Schematic reading

Safety compliance

Leadership

Communication

Troubleshooting

Job description

Express Employment Professionals is seeking an experienced Electrical SME (Subject Matter Expert) for a mission-critical facility. This direct hire position serves as the on-shift authority for electrical systems, ensuring the safe and reliable operation of power distribution equipment, UPS systems, generators, and switchgear.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical operations and switching activities.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with operations teams to maintain facility uptime and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including LOTO, NFPA 70E, and OSHA requirements.
• Train, mentor, and support operations personnel.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience working with medium- and low-voltage electrical systems in industrial, manufacturing, or critical facility environments.
• Strong knowledge of switchgear, UPS systems, generators, and power distribution equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and operational excellence.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Schedule & Compensation

• Rotating shifts supporting 24/7 operations
• Direct Hire opportunity
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package