Jobs · Engineering · Louisiana

Sr. Electrical Engineer, PE

NorthStar Energy Services · Baton Rouge, LA · 3 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time

About the role

Sr. Electrical Engineer, PE (10+ Years Experience)

What You'll Do

  • Engineering & Design
  • Perform advanced electrical engineering analysis and system studies including arc flash, short circuit, relay coordination, motor starting, voltage drop, and load flow using ETAP or equivalent tools.
  • Develop electrical system designs including one-line diagrams, motor control schematics, conduit and cable schedules, grounding systems, and point-to-point wiring diagrams.
  • Size and specify electrical power distribution, control equipment, and protection systems in accordance with project requirements.
  • Support specialized electrical design activities such as area classification studies, overhead distribution, conduit design (above- and below-grade), and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) integration.
  • Review process and mechanical documents (PFDs, P&IDs, PPFDs) to ensure electrical designs align with overall facility requirements.
  • Deliverable & Project Support
  • Perform QA/QC reviews of electrical drawings, calculations, and technical documents to ensure compliance with company standards, industry codes, and safety-first design practices.
  • Coverage of electrical deliverables with engineers, designers, and project team members across all disciplines.
  • Review and integrate company standards, municipal requirements, and regulatory codes into project designs.
  • Review third-party vendor drawings and technical submittals to confirm compatibility with intended electrical design.
  • Support project execution through field site assessments, RFI responses, and development of electrical design basis documentation.

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 10 years of total engineering experience with 5+ years of electrical engineering experience supporting data center facilities
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Louisiana or Texas, preferred
  • Advanced experience with ETAP, SKM, or equivalent electrical analysis software
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, or equivalent tools
  • Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
  • Prominent experience applying industry codes and standards including:
    • NFPA 70 (NEC), NESC
    • IEEE
    • NEMA
    • IES
    • UL
    • API RP 500
    • Title 49 CFR Parts 190–199
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

What You'll Get

  • 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
  • Comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
  • Short term and Long term benefits
  • Employee discounts on consumer goods

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