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Electrical Project Engineer

AVANTech, LLC
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026

Who We Are

AVANTech, LLC is a rapidly growing technology company which designs, fabricates, and operates specialty water treatment equipment for government and commercial clients. We solve some of the most challenging problems in the water industry – from being first responders to the Fukushima Nuclear Plant meltdown to implementing patented first-of-its-kind technology for industrial wastewater recycling to cleaning-up legacy wastewater at government sites resulting from weapons manufacturing during the cold war era. AVANTech’s goal is to improve the environment around us and support our clients with innovative sustainable water treatment solutions.

Benefits of working with AVANTech:

Generous paid time off and holidays.

Great opportunity for advancement with a growing company.

Varied insurance offerings with employer matching.

401(k) savings plan with employer match.

Hybrid schedule available

Who You Are

The Electrical Project Engineer, working closely with the Engineering Manager and the project team, is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the electrical aspects or projects from design through commissioning. This role serves as the technical liaison between engineering, manufacturing, vendors, and customers to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to customer expectations.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of industrial electrical systems and controls but is primarily focused on project execution, design reviews, schedule management, testing, documentation, and customer coordination.

A Day in the Life:

  • Coordinate electrical activities from project kickoff through commissioning
  • Review electrical designs, schematics, panel layouts, and documentation for accuracy, quality, and compliance with project requirements
  • Manage electrical project schedules, and deliverables while working with internal teams and customers
  • Track electrical equipment, materials, and vendor deliverables to support manufacturing and project schedules
  • Coordinate engineering design changes and ensure revisions are properly documented and communicated to manufacturing and customers
  • Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers regarding electrical system design, project progress, and technical issues
  • Work closely with mechanical engineers, controls engineers, technicians, and production personnel to resolve technical questions during fabrication and assembly
  • Coordinate and witness Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), ensuring systems meet contractual and functional requirements before shipments
  • Assist in reviewing project specifications, P&IDs, electrical standards, and customer requirements to ensure compliance with applicable codes and AVANTech quality standards
  • Identify project risks, resolve technical issues, and help maintain project schedules through proactive communication and coordination
  • Travel domestically and internationally as required to support customer meetings, testing, and commissioning activities
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Management

What Will Set You Up for Success:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline
  • Three (3) or more years of experience in industrial electrical systems, controls, automation, or project engineering. Recent graduates with strong internship or co-op experience will also be considered
  • Experience reading and reviewing electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control panel drawings
  • Familiarity with industrial PLC and HMI systems (Allen-Bradley preferred) is beneficial but programming experience is not required
  • Experience coordinating projects, managing priorities, and working with cross-functional teams
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers, vendors, engineers, technicians, and project stakeholders
  • Ability to review technical documentation and identify design improvements or potential issues
  • Working knowledge of NEC and applicable electrical codes
  • Experience with AutoCAD electrical or similar electrical drafting software is preferred
  • Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and commitment to quality

Additional Requirements

  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support customer meetings, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning activities
  • High awareness of safe working practices and procedures
  • All candidates must be able to pass a drug test, pre-employment physical, and background investigation
  • US Citizenship is required

Job Type & Compensation:

Full-time, salaried, exempt. Relocation assistance available.

Annual salary based on experience.

AVANTech LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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