Power Systems Electrical Engineer
About the role
We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with a traditional power engineering background to support industrial and utility-related power system projects. This position focuses on electrical distribution system design, power system studies, equipment specification, project execution, and technical leadership.
Responsibilities
- Design electrical power distribution systems for industrial and utility facilities.
- Develop electrical drawings, one-lines, wiring schematics, panel layouts, and bills of material.
- Perform arc flash, short circuit, and protective device coordination studies.
- Prepare technical specifications and engineering documentation.
- Conduct design reviews and ensure compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
- Provide owner's engineering and consulting services, evaluating electrical equipment and recommending solutions.
- Lead project planning, scheduling, technical reviews, and client communications.
- Support installation, commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting activities.
- Collaborate with controls engineers, project managers, vendors, and clients.
- Support the design and equipment selection for process, utilities, and building systems to optimize quality and cost.
- Provide technical leadership to proactively reduce production downtime, including root cause analysis.
Requirements
- Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) is required.
- Experience: A minimum of 10+ years of electrical engineering experience is required.
- Licensure: A Professional Engineer (PE) license is required, or an Engineer in Training (EIT) certification with an immediate commitment to pursue PE licensure.
- Technical Skills: Candidates must have strong knowledge of power distribution systems, transformers, switchgear, protective relaying, motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and industrial electrical systems. Experience with NEC compliance and electrical codes is also required. Proficiency with power system analysis software such as SKM PowerTools or ETAP is necessary for performing Arc Flash Studies, Short Circuit Analysis, and Protective Device Coordination Studies.
Qualifications
- Previous consulting engineering experience.
- Experience supporting utility, power generation, manufacturing, or heavy industrial facilities.
- Exposure to PLC, controls, or automation.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
Pay
The salary range for this role is $100,000 - $150,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
This role is currently based onsite in Richmond, Virginia.