Job Title: Electrical Project Engineer
Job Description
The Electrical Project Engineer leads complex power and industrial projects from initial proposal through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and final handover. This role combines detailed electrical system design with hands-on field support, vendor coordination, and full project life cycle management for large-scale facilities such as power plants, gas turbine installations, and chemical plants. The engineer designs the plant, oversees its construction, and actively supports troubleshooting and commissioning activities on site.
Responsibilities
Own the electrical scope of projects from proposal through completion, following each project from start to finish.
Participate in proposal meetings to understand project requirements, technical scope, and client expectations.
Develop and review equipment specifications, estimate project costs, and support contract review and negotiation from a technical perspective.
Pull information from contracts, standards, and stakeholder inputs and translate it into clear technical specifications and engineering deliverables.
Provide vendor information, coordinate vendor visits, and support contractor equipment selection and procurement.
Plan and coordinate shipment of major equipment to project sites and support logistics-related technical questions.
Manage troubleshooting activities once equipment is at site, supporting field teams in resolving electrical and systems issues.
Split time effectively between office-based engineering and field-based construction, commissioning, and troubleshooting support.
Lead electrical system design and engineering, converting system requirements into IFC drawing packages, specifications, and procurement documentation.
Design and integrate balance-of-plant (BOP) electrical systems including power distribution systems, generator step-up transformers (GSUs), substations, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, grounding systems, lighting, and grid interconnection systems.
Develop and review key engineering deliverables including single line diagrams, layouts, cable schedules, routing plans, and installation details.
Support and interpret electrical studies such as load lists, short circuit analysis, arc flash studies, and protection coordination, and ensure findings are incorporated into the design.
Coordinate electrical interfaces between generating equipment, plant systems, control systems, and the utility grid.
Integrate new designs with existing infrastructure, including tie-ins, modifications, and upgrades to existing systems.
Ensure electrical designs comply with applicable IEEE, NEC, NESC, ANSI, and utility requirements and standards.
Participate in multidisciplinary design reviews, including HazOps, and contribute to safety, reliability, and constructability assessments.
Serve as the primary electrical interface across engineering disciplines, vendors, and construction teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
Identify, track, and resolve design conflicts, inconsistencies, interface issues, and scope changes across project deliverables.
Track electrical engineering progress against project schedules, identify risks, delays, and resource constraints, and propose mitigation strategies.
Support engineering reporting, deliverable tracking, and coordination with project controls to maintain alignment with scope, schedule, and budget.
Develop electrical equipment specifications and support technical bid evaluations and vendor selection for major equipment.
Review and approve vendor documentation for major equipment such as pumps, heat exchangers, tanks, compressors, and piping systems to ensure technical compliance.
Coordinate with vendors and procurement teams to resolve technical issues and ensure equipment meets project requirements.
Support fabrication activities, including participation in Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and review of test results.
Provide technical support during construction, including installation of piping, rotating equipment, tanks, and auxiliary systems.
Respond to and resolve field issues and RFIs, working closely with EPC construction teams to address constructability challenges.
Support commissioning activities including energization, testing, protection validation, system integration, and plant start-up.
Participate in inspections, Site Acceptance Tests (SATs), and plant start-up activities to verify system performance and readiness.
Track and manage electrical deliverables through the project document control system, including submittals, transmittals, and revision control for drawings, specifications, and vendor documents.
Review and approve vendor documentation to verify compliance with project requirements, codes, and the approved design basis.
Coordinate and support third-party inspections, including inspection agencies, code inspectors, and client representatives.
Participate in FATs, inspections, and audits to verify equipment quality and compliance prior to shipment.
Support site quality activities including inspection test plans (ITPs), hold points, and verification of installation quality during construction.
Ensure proper documentation and closure of non-conformance reports (NCRs), punch lists, and corrective actions related to electrical systems.
Verify completeness and accuracy of as-built documentation, turnover packages, and commissioning records for electrical systems.
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of project and departmental quality procedures and standards.
Provide leadership and guidance to external vendors, consultants, and support resources involved in electrical engineering and project execution.
Support and occasionally lead site visits, vendor inspections, and international travel for project-related activities.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
Approximately 10 years of experience as an Electrical Engineer, with a focus on power plant engineering, gas turbine facilities, or chemical plant projects.
Proven experience managing the full project management life cycle for utility-scale projects such as power plants, gas turbine installations, and chemical plants.
Background working with EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) organizations or on EPC-style projects.
Strong experience in electrical system design, including power distribution, single line diagram development, and integration of BOP electrical systems.
Hands-on experience with construction and installation of rotating equipment, piping systems, tanks, and auxiliary systems.
Working knowledge of DCS (Distributed Control Systems) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems and their electrical integration.
Ability to read and write detailed design specifications and technical documentation.
Experience with commissioning activities including energization, protection validation, and system integration.
Familiarity with relevant codes and standards such as IEEE, NEC, NESC, ANSI, and utility requirements.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate with vendors, review equipment specifications, and manage vendor documentation.
Experience supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), Site Acceptance Tests (SATs), inspections, and audits.
Strong skills in site management, field engineering support, and resolving RFIs and constructability issues.
Proficiency with P&ID interpretation and equipment design in an industrial or utility environment.
Ability to track engineering progress, manage deliverables, and align work with project scope, schedule, and budget.
Willingness and ability to travel, including international travel, for vendor inspections, site visits, and project support.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with power plant infrastructure, including ships or military engineering infrastructure, is highly beneficial.
Experience in large-scale projects, including those valued at $100+ million.
Experience integrating new electrical systems with existing plant infrastructure and performing tie-ins and modifications.
Prior involvement in multidisciplinary reviews such as HazOps, with a focus on safety, reliability, and constructability.
Experience coordinating third-party inspections and working with inspection agencies and code inspectors.
Familiarity with project document control systems, including managing submittals, transmittals, and revision control.
Ability to lead and coordinate external consultants and vendors as part of a small, highly specialized engineering team.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to act as the primary electrical interface between engineering, vendors, and construction teams.
Comfort working in both office and field environments, including active participation in troubleshooting and commissioning.
Motivation to grow within a lean organization with broad responsibility and exposure across disciplines.
Interest in occasional international travel and vendor inspections as part of project responsibilities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Glastonbury, CT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $62.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Glastonbury,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 2026.
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