What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Electrical Project Engineer position at IAC?
IAC is a 32-year-old EPC Contractor, Capital Equipment supplier, and OEM/Parts & Service provider located in Overland Park, Kansas. As a multi-dimensional EPC contractor, IAC and our wholly owned construction company, Adelphi Construction, execute projects ranging from $10 million to $150 million across North America, Latin America, and Mexico. Our expertise spans electrical system design, control systems, air pollution control (APC), pneumatic conveying systems, bulk storage, dry material handling, rotary dryers, and dry sorbent injection systems.
At IAC, we don’t just build electrical systems—we engineer solutions that power industries, streamline operations, and help communities thrive. Now, we’re looking for a Senior Electrical Project Engineer III to join our electrical engineering team and lead the design, coordination, and execution of complex electrical projects.
* What You’ll Do
As a Senior Electrical Project Engineer, you’ll be at the center of high-profile EPC projects, collaborating with internal teams, suppliers, fabricators, and clients. Your responsibilities include:
🔹 Leading electrical engineering design from concept through completion, including power distribution, lighting, controls, and instrumentation.
🔹 Coordinating with Project Management to ensure project schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met.
🔹 Reviewing specifications, drawings, and vendor documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements.
🔹 Supervising designers and engineers, providing guidance on electrical standards, control systems, and integration with other disciplines.
🔹 Developing and reviewing system narratives, functional descriptions, equipment manuals, and electrical documentation for customer approval.
🔹 Overseeing procurement, buyout parts, and integration of components into project deliverables.
🔹 Ensuring adherence to national and local electrical codes, including NFPA 70, 70E, 79, and others.
🔹 Participating in internal and external project meetings, coordinating with clients, distributors, and end-users.
🔹 Supporting quality inspections of fabricated panels and field wiring installations.
This role offers a mix of hands-on technical work, project leadership, and client interaction, giving you a direct impact on project success and client satisfaction.
💡 Why It Matters
Electrical engineering at IAC isn’t just about circuits and schematics—it’s about delivering reliable, efficient, and safe systems that power multi-million-dollar projects. Your work ensures our industrial solutions meet stringent technical standards, arrive on schedule, and contribute to cleaner, more efficient industrial processes.
✅ What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone with experience, leadership, and technical excellence:
✔️ Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Electrical Engineering.
✔️ Certified Project Manager and/or MBA preferred.
✔️ Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or 10 years of relevant experience.
✔️ Demonstrated expertise in low and medium voltage power distribution, control systems, cable/conduit design, raceway layout, grounding, and single-line diagrams.
✔️ Familiarity with process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
✔️ Experience with electrical design of industrial control systems (24 VDC, 120 VAC), lighting, and equipment wiring.
✔️ AutoCAD Electrical experience preferred.
✔️ Highly organized, self-motivated, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
✔️ Excellent verbal, written, technical, and organizational skills.
✔️ Willingness to travel and work in industrial environments, including use of PPE as required.
✔️ Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
🌍 Why Work With IAC?
At IAC, we value integrity, innovation, and teamwork. Joining our team means:
🔹 Being part of projects that impact energy, manufacturing, and sustainability worldwide.
🔹 Collaborating with a talented, supportive team that celebrates wins together.
🔹 Opportunities to lead, learn, and grow professionally.
🔹 Access to comprehensive benefits including 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, PTO, and more.
📩 Ready to take the next step in your engineering career? Apply now and help IAC deliver engineered electrical solutions that keep industries moving forward and communities thriving.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other agreed-upon responsibilities to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Please Note: We are not seeking assistance from recruiting agencies or outside staffing support. Direct applicants only.