Electrical Engineer PE

About the Company

A specialized engineering and technical services firm supports developers and operators of oil and gas pipelines and electric transmission systems. Its services span civil, process, mechanical, and instrumentation and electrical engineering, as well as project management, survey and mapping, and right-of-way acquisition. The firm works from early concept through project completion on both large linear projects and site-specific developments. Its culture is built on safety, client advocacy, and integrity.

Position Overview

The firm is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design at natural gas facilities, from conceptual studies through construction and commissioning. This role owns technical quality across power distribution, hazardous area classification, grounding, lighting, and instrumentation and control interfaces. You will act as a primary technical contact for clients, mentor junior staff, and make sure every deliverable meets applicable codes, client standards, and the firm's safety expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Client Engagement

• Serve as electrical discipline lead on multi-discipline project teams
• Act as a trusted technical advisor and build strong client relationships
• Prepare electrical scopes of work, man-hour estimates, and schedules for proposals
• Track discipline budget and schedule and report status to project managers
• Mentor electrical engineers, EITs, and designers on technical skills, codes, and the path to licensure
• Guide engineers and designers in developing drawings, calculations, and specifications
• Contribute to internal standards, templates, design guides, and lessons learned

Design & Engineering

• Lead electrical design for new, retrofit, and life-extension projects at LNG peak shaving plants, gate and regulator stations, and related gas infrastructure
• Develop or direct electrical design packages, including one-line diagrams, hazardous area classification drawings, power distribution and MCC layouts, cable and conduit schedules and plans, grounding designs, and lighting designs
• Perform or direct electrical studies, including load flow, short circuit, protective device coordination, arc flash, cable sizing, voltage drop, and lighting calculations
• Specify and evaluate electrical equipment such as switchgear, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, UPS systems, and standby generators
• Provide electrical and controls input to HAZOP, LOPA, and constructability reviews
• Coordinate with controls and instrumentation engineers on PLC and DCS power, control panel design, instrument power and grounding, and SCADA interfaces
• Review control schematics, interconnection diagrams, and loop drawings for consistency with the electrical design
• Seal drawings and calculations as the Professional Engineer in charge where licensed

Field & Construction Support

• Conduct site surveys and field verification of existing electrical systems at operating facilities
• Support bidding, respond to RFIs, review vendor submittals, and resolve field issues during construction
• Support factory and site acceptance testing, startup, and commissioning
• Produce or oversee as-built updates and record documentation

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, client engineering standards, and utility requirements
• Model and promote safe work practices, including electrical safety and site-specific requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET-accredited program
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license, with no exceptions, and the ability to obtain licensure in Massachusetts and other Northeast states
• 10+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience, including at least 5 years in oil and gas, natural gas utility, LNG, petrochemical, or similar industrial process facilities
• Demonstrated experience leading the electrical discipline from design through construction support
• Advanced engineering knowledge, with proven ability to solve complex problems and weigh the consequences of alternative solutions
• Ability to write clear, effective proposals and cost estimates
• Ability to lead teams of engineers, designers, drafters, and survey crews across one or more projects
• Ability to manage project work within approved budgets, prioritize by impact, and adapt to changing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to client sites
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States full-time without employer sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred:

• Direct experience at LNG peak shaving, satellite LNG, or liquefaction facilities in the Northeast
• Experience with medium-voltage distribution (5–15 kV) and utility service coordination
• Familiarity with cathodic protection and impressed current systems
• Experience working with Northeast gas utilities and their engineering standards
• Master's degree in Electrical or Power Engineering

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in both office and field settings. Office work may involve prolonged sitting, extended keyboarding, and computer use. Field work may include outdoor work and active construction sites in all weather conditions.
• Travel of up to 30% may be required, with a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Overtime and weekend work may occasionally be requested
• Regularly required to stand, walk, use stairs, use hands, reach, talk, and hear
• Frequently lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally up to 25 lbs.
• Requires close and distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Equal Opportunity Statement

This employer is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.