Sr. Principal Electrical Design Engineer

Job description

A pioneering industrial technology company is seeking a Sr. Principal Electrical Design Engineer to lead the design and execution of electrical systems supporting a first-of-its-kind advanced manufacturing facility.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you will drive electrical design strategy, support plant build-out, and influence long-term system reliability and scalability. Ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced, start-up environment and wants to build something from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities - Lead the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems for a large-scale industrial facility - Own power distribution systems (low and medium voltage) including system architecture and integration - Develop and review single-line diagrams, schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams - Partner cross-functionally with process, mechanical, controls, and operations teams - Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and applicable safety standards - Support equipment specification, vendor selection, and FAT/SAT activities - Drive improvements in system performance, reliability, and safety - Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering team members

Requirements

Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering - 10–15+ years of experience in industrial, manufacturing, or chemical processing environments - Strong expertise in electrical power systems and distribution - Experience with industrial controls systems, including PLCs and HMIs - Experience with electrical design tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar - Experience leading complex, large-scale electrical design projects - Deep knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and applicable industry standards

Preferred Qualifications - Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering - Experience supporting greenfield plant builds or facility scale-ups - Background in energy, chemical, or electrochemical processes - Familiarity with hazardous area classifications, including Class I, Div 1/2 - Professional Engineer (PE) license

Benefits - Competitive compensation, relocation support, and comprehensive benefits