Lead Electrical & Automation Engineer - EPC Projects

We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical & Automation (E&A) Engineer to support large-scale EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) projects within the metals and minerals industry. This role will lead the design, integration, and commissioning of electrical and automation systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations across major industrial plants.

Position Summary

As the Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of electrical power and automation/control systems on complex EPC projects-from front-end engineering through construction and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of electrical power and automation/control systems across all project phases: FEED, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop, review, and approve engineering deliverables, including single-line diagrams, I/O lists, instrumentation data sheets, control panel layouts, and SCADA/DCS configurations.
• Perform and review electrical system studies, such as load flow, short-circuit analysis, protection coordination, and arc-flash evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant codes and standards, including NEC, IEC, IEEE, ISA, and others.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of PLCs, DCS, SCADA, and industrial network systems.
• Interface with vendors and evaluate automation hardware/software, MCCs, switchgear, and related electrical equipment packages.
• Provide technical direction to contractors, junior engineers, and EPC partners.
• Serve as the client-facing technical lead for all electrical and automation systems, resolving design and commissioning issues as they arise.
• Support the implementation of digitalization and smart plant technologies to enhance system reliability and performance.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or Control Engineering (Master's preferred).
• 15 years of experience in electrical and automation engineering, including 8 years on EPC projects in the metals, mining, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Proficiency with tools such as ETAP, AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP, and automation programming platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, ABB, Schneider, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, DCS, SCADA, instrumentation, and industrial communication protocols like Profibus, Modbus, and Ethernet/IP.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a track record of managing multidisciplinary teams and complex deliverables.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Primarily office-based with frequent computer use.
• Occasional walking, standing, bending, and lifting (up to 25 lbs).
• Periodic site visits may involve exposure to construction conditions such as noise, dust, and weather.
• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) may be required during site activities.
  
  

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contributions
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Group and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Vacation
• 401(k) with Employer Match
  
  

APPLY TODAY! Don't miss out on this opportunity! All inquiries are confidential - send resume to mitchell.guerrieri@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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