Electrical Engineer

Position Summary Keystone Engineering is seeking a motivated and technically proficient Electrical Engineering Lead with 5–10 years of experience to support the execution of electrical engineering and design projects across the power generation, oil and gas, petrochemical, refining, and industrial infrastructure sectors. The Electrical Engineering Lead will serve as a hands-on technical contributor while providing day-to-day guidance and coordination to electrical engineers and designers. This position will be responsible for developing and reviewing engineering deliverables, coordinating with other engineering disciplines, supporting project schedules and budgets, and ensuring that electrical designs meet client requirements, applicable codes, and established quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical power distribution, electrical equipment specifications, and electrical system design, with demonstrated initiative and the ability to manage multiple project assignments in a fast-paced engineering consulting environment. This position offers an opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer to expand their technical leadership responsibilities while remaining actively involved in engineering design and project execution.

Key Responsibilities
1. Electrical Engineering and Design
• Perform and lead electrical engineering design activities for industrial facilities, power generation projects, and electrical infrastructure improvements.
• Develop and review electrical single-line diagrams, equipment layouts, schematics, cable schedules, and electrical installation details.
• Perform electrical engineering calculations, including: *Electrical load calculations and equipment sizing. *Short-circuit calculations. *Protective device coordination. *Arc flash hazard analysis. *Voltage drop and cable sizing calculations. *Transformer and motor starting evaluations. *Grounding and lighting calculations.
• Develop and review technical specifications for transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, panelboards, generators, UPS systems, and other electrical equipment.
• Support the design of low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems, including 480 V, 4.16 kV, 13.8 kV, and 34.5 kV applications.
• Coordinate electrical equipment layouts, cable tray routing, conduit systems, and electrical installation requirements with design personnel.
• Prepare engineering deliverables in accordance with applicable codes, client specifications, and project requirements.
• Provide technical support for electrical equipment replacement, infrastructure upgrades, and new facility installations. 2. Technical Leadership and Team Coordination
• Serve as the electrical engineering technical lead for assigned small-to-medium-sized projects and defined work packages on larger projects.
• Provide daily technical guidance and direction to electrical designers and junior engineers.
• Coordinate the preparation and completion of electrical engineering deliverables.
• Review engineering drawings, calculations, and technical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Assist with assigning engineering tasks and establishing priorities based on project schedules and deliverable requirements.
• Identify technical issues and coordinate solutions with senior engineers, project managers, and other disciplines.
• Support the development of junior engineering personnel through mentoring and technical knowledge sharing.
• Escalate complex technical decisions to senior engineers or the Engineer of Record when required. 3. Project Execution and Engineering Coordination
• Support the planning and execution of multiple concurrent engineering projects.
• Coordinate electrical engineering activities with project managers and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Assist in developing engineering schedules, deliverable lists, man-hour estimates, and resource requirements.
• Monitor assigned engineering activities to ensure deliverables are completed within established schedules and budgets.
• Provide regular progress updates and identify potential schedule delays, technical challenges, or scope changes.
• Participate in project kickoff meetings, design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination meetings, and client progress meetings.
• Support engineering activities through conceptual design, FEL studies, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Coordinate electrical interfaces with instrumentation and controls, mechanical, civil/structural, process, and piping engineering disciplines.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering proposals, technical scopes of work, and project estimates. 4. Engineering Quality and Compliance
• Ensure electrical engineering designs comply with applicable industry codes and standards, including: *NFPA 70 – National Electrical Code. *NFPA 70E – Electrical Safety in the Workplace. *Applicable IEEE standards. *ANSI and NEMA standards. *Applicable API and IEC standards. *Client engineering specifications and facility standards.
• Perform engineering quality reviews and interdisciplinary design checks.
• Verify that engineering deliverables are technically accurate and suitable for construction.
• Support compliance with Keystone Engineering's engineering procedures and quality management requirements.
• Participate in constructability reviews, design risk assessments, and engineering change evaluations.
• Coordinate technical reviews and obtain required approvals from authorized engineering personnel. 5. Client, Vendor, and Contractor Coordination
• Interface with clients to clarify electrical engineering requirements and resolve technical questions.
• Participate in client design reviews and technical coordination meetings.
• Review vendor drawings, equipment specifications, and technical submittals.
• Assist with electrical equipment technical bid evaluations and vendor clarifications.
• Coordinate electrical equipment requirements with manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors.
• Support procurement activities by preparing equipment specifications and reviewing technical proposals.
• Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders to support successful engineering execution. 6. Construction and Commissioning Support
• Provide electrical engineering support during construction, equipment installation, and commissioning.
• Respond to technical inquiries and requests for information (RFIs).
• Assist with field investigations, electrical equipment assessments, and troubleshooting.
• Review construction modifications and field changes for engineering compliance.
• Support factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and commissioning activities.
• Assist with electrical equipment energization planning and startup support under appropriate supervision and safety procedures.
• Review construction redlines and support the preparation of final as-built documentation. Minimum Qualifications

Education:
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university or equivalent recognized engineering program. Professional Experience
• 5–10 years of progressive electrical engineering experience in industrial facilities, power generation, oil and gas, petrochemical, refining, or related industries.
• Experience developing electrical engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical deliverables.
• Experience with low-voltage and medium-voltage industrial power distribution systems.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate engineering activities with electrical designers, engineers, and other disciplines.
• Experience supporting multiple engineering projects or project assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently on assigned engineering tasks while recognizing when senior technical guidance is required. Technical Skills
• Experience with electrical power system analysis software such as ETAP, SKM PowerTools, or EasyPower.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar engineering design platforms.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical equipment, power distribution systems, and electrical protection requirements.
• Ability to develop and interpret electrical single-line diagrams, schematics, equipment layouts, and engineering specifications.
• Familiarity with electrical engineering codes, industry standards, and engineering design practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Project. Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification with active progress toward professional licensure.
• Previous experience serving as an electrical engineering lead, project engineer, or technical coordinator.
• Experience with electrical engineering design for gas turbine or reciprocating engine power generation facilities.
• Experience with substations, transformers, switchgear, generator step-up transformers, and electrical balance-of-plant systems.
• Experience with utility interconnections and industrial electrical infrastructure.
• Experience with electrical system upgrades and brownfield facility modifications.
• Familiarity with electrical engineering requirements for data centers and large industrial power installations.
• Experience developing engineering man-hour estimates, scopes of work, and technical proposals.
• Experience coordinating engineering deliverables and supporting project schedule and budget management.
• Leadership and Professional Competencies
• Strong electrical engineering fundamentals and technical problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to provide technical direction to junior engineers and electrical designers.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Effective communication with clients, project managers, and engineering personnel.
• Ability to identify engineering challenges and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering quality.
• Willingness to take ownership of assigned responsibilities and engineering deliverables.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and interest in continued professional development. Performance Expectations The Electrical Engineering Lead will be evaluated based on the following performance objectives:
• Engineering Quality: Produce technically accurate, complete, and code-compliant engineering deliverables.
• Schedule Performance: Complete assigned engineering activities and deliverables within established project schedules.
• Budget Performance: Execute engineering work efficiently within assigned man-hour budgets.
• Technical Leadership: Provide effective guidance and coordination to electrical engineering and design personnel.
• Project Coordination: Maintain communication with project managers and other engineering disciplines to support project execution.
• Client Satisfaction: Respond promptly and professionally to client technical requirements and project needs.
• Professional Development: Continue developing technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and professional engineering qualifications. Position Expectations The Electrical Engineering Lead is expected to function as a hands-on electrical engineer while taking increasing responsibility for coordinating engineering activities, supporting project execution, and providing technical leadership to assigned personnel. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to independently execute electrical engineering assignments, effectively coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams, and contribute to the successful delivery of multiple projects. This position is intended for an electrical engineer who has developed a strong technical foundation and is ready to assume greater responsibility in engineering leadership, project coordination, and client-facing technical activities while continuing to advance toward senior engineering and department leadership roles.