Lead Electrical Engineer - Industrials SLC
Electrical Engineer - Industrial Power Systems
Location: Salt Lake City, UT (Hybrid) | Flexible Hybrid Schedule
Salary Range: $120,000 - $170,000+
Travel: Project-Based Travel as Needed
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the design and execution of industrial power distribution projects across a variety of process manufacturing environments. This role will focus on electrical system design, power distribution, grounding, lighting, construction support, and startup activities for projects ranging from facility upgrades to large-scale capital expansions.
The ideal candidate has experience working within consulting engineering, EPC, or industrial environments and enjoys collaborating directly with clients, project teams, and construction personnel to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design medium- and low-voltage electrical power distribution systems for industrial facilities.
- Develop conceptual layouts, electrical designs, and engineering solutions for capital and improvement projects.
- Prepare and review one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, motor schematics, conduit routing plans, cable tray layouts, and construction documents.
- Develop equipment specifications and technical procurement packages.
- Prepare construction specifications and contractor scope-of-work documents.
- Coordinate electrical engineering activities throughout planning, design, construction, and commissioning phases.
- Support equipment selection, installation, startup, and troubleshooting activities.
- Design and evaluate facility grounding systems, including high-resistance, isolated, and building grounding systems.
- Conduct field investigations and verify installations for compliance with project requirements, electrical standards, and safety regulations.
- Work directly with plant personnel, maintenance teams, contractors, and project stakeholders.
- Support construction activities and provide onsite startup and commissioning support as needed.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, consulting engineering, industrial facilities, or construction-related projects.
- Experience designing and supporting medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems.
- Strong understanding of power distribution equipment and industrial electrical systems.
- Knowledge of applicable electrical standards and codes including NEC, ANSI, NEMA, and NFPA.
- Experience creating electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.
- Ability to work independently on plant and industrial facility projects.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working directly with clients, contractors, and operations personnel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting projects within pulp and paper, chemical, food and beverage, consumer products, pharmaceutical, power generation, or heavy industrial facilities.
- Familiarity with Autodesk Revit.
- Experience using AutoCAD and related design software.
- Knowledge of electrical construction practices and field implementation.
- Experience supporting startup, commissioning, and facility expansion projects.
- Experience within engineering consulting, EPC, or design-build environments.
- P.E. License or EIT certification is preferred but not required.
Technical Skills
- Power Distribution Design
- Medium-Voltage Systems
- Low-Voltage Systems
- Grounding & Bonding Systems
- Lighting Design
- Electrical Construction Documents
- One-Line Diagrams
- Motor Control Systems
- Equipment Specifications
- Conduit & Cable Tray Design
- Startup & Commissioning Support
- AutoCAD
- Revit
Work Environment
- Hybrid position based in Salt Lake City, Utah with flexibility to work remotely when not required onsite.
- Opportunity to support industrial manufacturing and process projects throughout the Western United States.
- Travel required periodically for client meetings, field investigations, startup support, and commissioning activities.
- Collaborative environment working alongside multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $120,000 - $170,000+, depending on experience, technical expertise, and project leadership background.
Benefits may include:
- Flexible hybrid work schedule
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Career advancement opportunities within a growing engineering organization
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