URGENTLY HIRING - Senior Project Engineer - Electrical

Sr. Project Engineer - Electrical

Job Description

As a Sr. Project Engineer specializing in Electrical Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in leading capital investment initiatives and master plan projects across factory operations. You’ll provide technical direction and subject matter expertise in electrical systems, ensuring robust design, installation, and commissioning of power distribution, automation, and control systems. Your leadership will drive improvements in capacity, energy efficiency, and asset reliability while aligning with plant performance goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical scope execution across project lifecycle, coordinating with cross-functional teams, consultants, and suppliers to ensure safety, quality, schedule, and cost targets are met.
• Manage electrical design phases (concept, basic, detailed) with design consultants and vendors; participate in design reviews and workshops to ensure high-quality electrical engineering deliverables.
• Oversee electrical equipment packages including switchgear, MCCs, transformers, VFDs, control panels, and automation systems from vendor selection through FAT, installation, SAT, IQ, OQ, and PQ.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (production, maintenance, quality, R&D) for seamless handover of electrical systems and documentation.
• Support startup activities including commissioning of electrical systems, validation protocols, and integration into SOP, PM, and QMS frameworks.
• Ensure electrical documentation adheres to GDP standards and regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, NEC, NFPA, OSHA).
• Develop and manage project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and detailed implementation schedules for electrical scope.
• Lead or mentor junior engineers and technicians in electrical project execution and troubleshooting.
• Generate and manage electrical engineering documentation including single-line diagrams, load calculations, panel schedules, URS, and validation protocols.
• Conduct regular project meetings to communicate electrical scope progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Supervise contractors and field installation teams to ensure electrical workmanship meets corporate standards and supports operational integrity through startup and commissioning.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in electrical engineering within factory operations, maintenance, or capital projects.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with ability to lead cross-functional coordination.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (electrical), electrical load analysis, and control system integration.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical, food & beverage, or healthcare manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of hygiene design, cleanroom electrical standards, and validation practices.
• Understanding of project execution lifecycle and ability to drive results across diverse teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electrical theory and power systems expertise.
• Experience with switchgear and project management in brownfield environments.

Work Environment

Work on greenfield and brownfield project sites. The work environment promotes engagement and visibility, with an emphasis on shaping the future through innovative projects. The culture is inclusive and collaborative, with leadership that actively listens to and acts on feedback.

This is a Permanent position based out of Wilson, NC.

The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $145000.00/yr.

Full company benefits through company, please find me for company benefits.

This is a fully onsite position in Wilson,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $115,000 - $145,000