Sr Electrical Controls Engineer

Sr Electrical Controls Engineer
Direct Hire
Pay based on location where you will work (either Oakland, CA or Sandy, Utah)
$115k for Utah, $130k for Oakland, CA
Onsite, with up to 20% travel to remote company sites.


Job Description:
This role will support the design and engineering of electrical & control systems for lithium extraction pilot and commercial projects. As part of the Lithium Engineering team, this role manages multiple projects requiring strong design and analytical skills to plan and develop low- and medium-voltage power, lighting, and signaling systems. Responsibilities include performing load calculations across design stages, preparing detailed electrical drawings and basis-of-design reports, selecting and specifying electrical equipment, and developing equipment lists, datasheets, and procurement packages.

The engineer will collaborate closely with R&D, controls, and multidisciplinary engineering teams, as well as external EPCM or MEP partners, to ensure designs meet project scope, safety requirements, and relevant standards. Additional duties include conducting design reviews and HAZOP assessments, coordinating cross-discipline work, managing projects within cost and schedule constraints, and contributing to document standards and drawing updates. The role also involves occasional travel (up to 20%) to pilot sites to support installation and commissioning activities.


Required Skills:

• 5 years of Electrical Engineering experience
• Experience with EPCM or MEP firm on design on low and medium voltage electrical systems
• Experience with ETAP
• FAT / SAT (factory and site acceptance testing)
• Process Controls and Instrumentation experience
• Indepth knowledge of electrical engineering standards and codes (NEC, NFPA, IEC)
• AutoCAD Electrical
• Bachelors Degree in

• Experience with control systems design, control panel design and fabrication, instrumentation, I/O lists.
• FAT / SAT (factory and site acceptance testing)
• Experience with EC&I fabrication
• Process Engineering industry experience

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