Lead Electrical Engineer

Lead Electrical Engineer - P.E.

Hybrid (4 days a week in office, WFH Fridays) - Kansas City, MO Position Overview We are seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer (P.E.) to direct and deliver electrical engineering design and technical leadership for power generation and industrial projects. The Lead Electrical Engineer will be responsible for leading project teams, developing power distribution and electrical system designs, ensuring code compliance, and interfacing with clients and multidisciplinary stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with strong experience in electrical design, power distribution systems, protection and controls, and proficiency with engineering tools such as SmartPlant. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage electrical engineering design activities for power generation, industrial, and utility projects from concept through commissioning. Perform power system studies (load flow, short circuit, protective device coordination, arc flash) and apply results to equipment selection and system design. Develop single-line diagrams, power distribution layouts, cable schedules, equipment specifications, and construction bid packages. Ensure designs comply with applicable electrical codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, NESC, and local regulations) and company QA/QC processes. Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers, designers, and drafters; review deliverables and manage design quality. Coordinate electrical scope with mechanical, civil, structural, instrumentation & controls, and project management teams to ensure integrated project delivery. Lead equipment selection and procurement support including vendor data review and evaluation for transformers, switchgear, generators, UPS, motor control centers, and protection relays. Support commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting activities on-site as required; develop test procedures and witness commissioning tests. Prepare cost estimates, technical proposals, and schedule input for electrical scope; manage project budgets and schedules for assigned work. Utilize SmartPlant, ETAP, SKM, AutoCAD, or similar tools to create and maintain intelligent 3D models, drawings, and calculations; promote efficient use of engineering software and digital deliverables. Qualifications Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required 6+ years of electrical engineering experience with a strong focus on power generation, power distribution systems, and industrial electrical design. Demonstrated experience with electrical codes and standards including NEC, IEEE, NFPA, and NESC. Proficiency with SmartPlant (or similar plant design tools), ETAP or SKM for power system studies, and AutoCAD/Revit for deliverables. Experience in protection and control systems, motor control, switchgear, transformers, generators, and UPS systems. Proven leadership and team management skills, with experience mentoring junior staff and leading multidisciplinary project teams. Strong technical writing and communication skills; experience interfacing with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities. Ability to travel to project sites as required and support field activities during construction and commissioning. Preferred Skills Electrical Engineering P.E. Power Generation Electrical Design Power Distribution Systems Electrical Codes SmartPlant