Electrical Engineering Director

Actalent • Portland, OR • 3h ago

Job Title: Electrical Engineering Director

Job Description

Actalent is seeking to hire an Electrical Engineering Director, who will manage and oversee electrical engineering projects from inception to completion, collaborating closely with the Project Manager and other team members to ensure project success. You will be responsible for producing and reviewing drawing sets, stamping others' work, and coordinating with utilities to upgrade services to the site, including switchgears and transformers. Your role will involve conducting power system modeling using SKM, Easypower, and ETAP, performing flash studies, relay coordination, and preparing detailed reports. You will work with electricians on start-up projects, conduct site visits for load studies and upgrades, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee electrical engineering projects from start to finish.

Produce and review drawing sets and stamp others' work.

Coordinate with utilities to upgrade site services, including switchgears and transformers.

Conduct power system modeling using SKM, Easypower, and ETAP.

Perform flash studies and relay coordination.

Prepare detailed reports and documentation.

Collaborate with electricians on start-up projects and conduct site visits for load studies and upgrades.

Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Complete medium and low voltage electrical engineering calculations and documentation packages.

Apply extensive knowledge of relevant codes such as NFPA 70, 70E, 30, 58, and 497, NEMA, API 500 & 540, IEEE.

Coordinate project deliverables, deadlines, and interdisciplinary needs among the engineering team.

Collaborate with electrical designers to develop and check various plans and diagrams.

Communicate with clients and electrical utilities regarding new or upgraded service installations.

Coordinate with mechanical, civil, process, and structural engineers to identify potential conflicts and efficiencies.

Support business development opportunities and assist in marketing efforts, including proposal preparation, scope, and budget.

Perform contractor construction submittal reviews and coordinate with equipment vendors to review and approve specifications.

Travel within the United States 15% to 20% for site investigations, design reviews, and construction support.

Essential Skills

Professional Engineer (PE) license via NCEES.

Extensive experience in power systems, particularly 15kV and lower, with a focus on 600V and lower.

Experience in bringing utility voltage down to transformers.

Proficiency in power system modeling software (SKM, Easypower, ETAP).

Experience in design and review of electrical systems.

Strong knowledge of electrical equipment and breakers.

10+ years of experience in industrial market sector projects, including project development from concept to completion, estimating, start-up, and commissioning.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in the pulp and paper industry is a plus.

Familiarity with overhead utility systems is beneficial.

Previous experience working with power distribution systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $145000.00 - $180000.00/yr.

Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance, Vacation, Holiday, and Paid Sick Time, and 401k Plan with Employer Match

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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