Senior Electrical Engineer Power Distribution

Senior Electrical Engineer – Power Distribution | PE License Preferred | Energy Infrastructure

Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Relocation to Tulsa, OK or Houston, TX after ~2 years)
Travel: Up to 50%

About the Role

Join a leading clean energy and infrastructure company as a Senior Electrical Engineer and play a key role in designing and optimizing power distribution systems for pipelines, compressor stations, and industrial facilities. This is a high-impact opportunity to lead projects, drive innovation, and ensure safety across critical energy operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical system design & power distribution for industrial infrastructure
• Perform and review arc flash analysis and implement safety improvements
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE standards
• Manage engineering projects from concept through execution
• Work with high-voltage equipment (transformers, generators, switchgear)
• Utilize tools like ETAP, MATLAB, PSCAD, Simulink for system analysis
• Support automation, PLC, HMI, and real-time monitoring systems
• Collaborate cross-functionally and mentor junior engineers

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related (ABET-accredited)
• 8+ years of experience in natural gas, data centers, or industrial infrastructure
• Strong expertise in:
• Power distribution system design
• Arc flash mitigation & electrical safety
• High-voltage systems
• Electrical codes (NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE)
• Experience with power system modeling tools (ETAP, MATLAB, PSCAD, Simulink)

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Experience with FEED / EPC projects
• Background in PLC, HMI, and instrumentation systems
• Commissioning, testing, and startup (FAT) experience

Work Requirements

• Must be willing to relocate after initial assignment in Pittsburgh, PA
• Ability to travel up to 50%

Why Join Us?

• Work on critical energy infrastructure projects
• Be part of a collaborative, growth-driven engineering team
• Contribute to safe, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions