Senior Electrical Engineer

Orbital Engineering is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to provide technical support and oversight for electrical projects in our Baton Rouge, LA office. The position requires demonstrated engineering and design competency, preferably in a consulting environment, and with heavy industrial engineering projects. There is potential for this role to be done hybrid/remote for the right candidate.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Review client requests for proposals and scopes of work. Act as Orbital representative at bid walkdowns. Prepare manhour estimates and proposals.
• The position requires office and field work, including obtaining data and conducting field evaluations of power systems in heavy industrial plants
• Lead electrical projects and develop contractor construction packages including single line diagrams, equipment plans, cable/conduit routing plans, interconnecting wiring diagrams, loop diagrams and scopes of work. For larger projects, coordinate with other engineers and designers as required to execute the scope. 
• Review calculations and deliverables for completeness and accuracy prior to issuance to client.
• Support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource
• Lead internal and external quality and design review meetings throughout the course of the project
• Develop, maintain and upgrade technical standards/specifications to be used on specific projects
• Complete all tasks in accordance with design and project execution procedures and guidelines as set forth in corporate Quality Management System
• Leader in all aspects of safety
• Must be able to acquire Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC)
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and/or part of a team

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Five (5) years of prior professional experience
• Exposure to the Metals, Midstream Oil & Gas, Refineries & Petrochemical and/or Utilities & Power Generation industries
• Familiar with Cad and 3D programs

• Experience with 480 V through 34.5kV Power Systems

• Working knowledge with NFPA, IEEE and National Electric Safety Code.

• Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Products ((Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) certification and ability to obtain certification in other states 
• Power System Study Experience (SKM, ETAP, Easy Power)

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.