Senior Electrical Engineer – Power Systems & Distribution

About the role

Matrix Technologies is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in Industrial Power Systems and Distribution to join our growing Electrical Engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical power system design projects for industrial and manufacturing facilities.
• Develop electrical construction packages including one-line diagrams, power plans, equipment layouts, conduit plans, cable schedules, and installation details.
• Design low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems, including switchgear, switchboards, MCCs, transformers, panelboards, and associated equipment.
• Perform electrical system analysis including: Arc Flash Studies, Short Circuit Studies, Protective Device Coordination Studies, Load Flow Analysis, Power System Modeling.
• Develop technical specifications and equipment procurement packages.
• Apply NEC, NFPA, and industry standards to project designs.
• Cookordination project execution with clients, contractors, equipment suppliers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Support construction activities, site investigations, commissioning efforts, startup activities, and field troubleshooting.
• Serve as Lead Electrical Engineer on projects of varying size and complexity.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Assist with technical proposals, scope development, budgeting, and project planning activities.
• Promote Matrix engineering standards, quality expectations, and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEE/BSEET) from an ABET-accredited institution.
• 6+ years of electrical engineering experience in industrial facilities, consulting engineering, EPC, manufacturing, or related industries.
• Experience designing low-voltage electrical power distribution systems for industrial facilities.
• Knowledge of NEC and industrial electrical design practices.
• Experience developing electrical construction documents and design packages.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong organizational and project execution skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel approximately 25-30%, including occasional overnight travel.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.
• Experience performing electrical power system studies using: ETAP, SKM PowerTools, EasyPower Medium-voltage power distribution design experience.
• Arc flash, coordination, and short circuit study experience.
• Hazardous location design experience.
• Experience specifying and applying: Switchgear, MCCs, Transformers, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Protective Relays, Power Distribution Equipment.
• Experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or Revit.
• Consulting engineering or EPC project experience.
• Experience in one or more of the following industries: Food & Beverage, Chemical, Specialty Chemical, Mining & Aggregates, Metals & Steel, Oil & Gas, Refining.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Talk, and hear.

Why Engineers Enjoy This Role

• Work on a wide variety of industrial facilities and projects instead of supporting a single plant.
• Lead projects from concept through startup and commissioning.
• Influence technical decisions and client solutions.
• Collaborate with experts in process, mechanical, controls, automation, and facilities engineering.
• Mentor younger engineers and help develop the next generation of technical leaders.
• Gain exposure to multiple industries, technologies, and complex power system applications.
• Flexible hybrid work environment with strong support for professional growth and development.