Senior Electrical Engineer

About the role

Pond is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our growing Energy team. This role supports a diverse portfolio of projects primarily focused on oil & gas and aviation fueling systems (military and commercial), with opportunities to contribute to renewable energy and utility projects. The successful candidate will serve as a technical lead within Pond’s Energy electrical team, supporting multidisciplinary projects across planning, design, and construction phases.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Design

• Lead and support electrical design for fuel terminals, LNG facilities, oil & gas midstream systems, compression stations, and aviation fueling systems
• Develop and review low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems, grounding and bonding, lighting, motor control, heat trace, and standby power systems
• Perform hazardous area classification reviews and ensure compliant equipment selection, wiring methods, and documentation
• Apply applicable codes, standards, and client requirements to deliver compliant, constructible designs
• Prepare, review, and seal (as applicable) construction drawings, specifications, engineering calculations, and design narratives

• Analysis & Documentation

• Produce and/or review electrical studies including load flow, short circuit, coordination, arc flash, voltage drop, conductor sizing, and grounding
• Develop and review one-line diagrams, panel schedules, load lists, conduit and cable schedules, equipment layouts, and installation details
• Cook up coordination & Execution
• Coordinate electrical scope with mechanical, civil, structural, and I&C disciplines to ensure scope alignment and constructability
• Support controls and instrumentation interfaces, including PLC I/O diagrams, SCADA coordination, EFSO/ESD systems, and motor starting methods (VFDs, soft starters, MCCs)
• Review vendor submittals, packaged skid systems, and hazardous-rated electrical equipment
• Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, and technical coordination meetings

• Construction & Client Support

• Support construction activities including RFIs, submittal reviews, site visits, field verifications, and commissioning support
• Serve as a technical point of contact for clients and project stakeholders

• Mentorship & Business Support

• Provide technical guidance, redlines, and direction to Electrical CAD Designers to ensure accurate and efficient drawing production
• Mentor junior engineers and designers, supporting technical development and knowledge transfer
• Absorb and share technical expertise with the team
• Absorb and share technical expertise with the team
• Assist with proposal development, technical approaches, project planning, and client presentations as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
• 10+ years of professional electrical engineering experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (or actively in the process of obtaining)
• Strong working knowledge of IEEE standards, API guidelines, and NFPA 70 (NEC)
• Familiarity with additional NFPA codes including NFPA 101, 407, 497, and 780; IBC familiarity a plus
• Proven experience leading electrical design for fueling systems, oil & gas facilities, industrial plants, or energy infrastructure projects
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools including AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM, and applicable vendor software
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Electrical CAD Designers and multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Demonstrated experience interfacing directly with clients, plant engineers, operators, and contractors
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Starting base pay may vary depending on scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered.