Senior Electrical Engineer

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Role Definition The Sr. Electrical Engineer role at Keen reports to the Automation and Electrical team lead and works closely with project delivery teams to execute assigned projects. The role requires strong electrical design expertise, leadership over engineering projects, and licensing as an SE or PE. Responsibilities include creating drawings and specifications, performing accurate calculations, writing evaluations and reports, and participating in job site observations. The incumbent will design power distribution, grounding, lighting, and communication systems for agricultural and industrial projects using hand calculations and a range of design software. A minimum of 15 years of electrical engineering experience is required, along with a demonstrated ability and willingness to teach and mentor others. Excellent communication skills are essential for interaction with clients, utility providers, technical peers, contractors, and plant operations and maintenance resources. Responsibilities Put safety first in the design of systems and installation of projects. Work with cross‑functional project teams to define scope, develop designs, implement solutions, and commission complete systems. Lead, teach, and mentor junior team members. Collaborate across electrical and automation functions to develop solutions for assigned project teams. Create design documents to meet project scope requirements. Model power systems in SKM software and deliver Arc Flash analysis to customers. Coordinate with Project Management teams to outsource and manage electrical subcontractors. Develop and sustain broad electrical knowledge to support Keen’s innovation initiatives. Leadership & Accountability Communicate effectively to lead and contribute to internal and external engineering/design teams. Maintain clear, consistent communication with the team and customers via all channels. Develop engineering teams for effective design, issue resolution, problem‑solving, and accurate plans; provide cross‑department support as needed. Teach and mentor team members. Proposals & Pre‑Design Establish and manage electrical scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborate with internal and external partners, engineers, and professionals to define project technical parameters, develop conceptual design, and scope. Provide input on critical path schedules for design and procurement phases, factoring in resources and hand‑offs for procurement, fabrication, and construction. Estimate time and cost for electrical engineering work and assist in developing cost estimates across project stages. Work with partners to pre‑plan identify constraints and manage design risks. Lead Electrical Design Research and ensure compliance with federal, state, and municipal codes, permits, and standards using internal and external expertise. Prepare and execute design services to meet client expectations for clarity, timeliness, quality, completeness, and efficiency. Integrate new technology and environmentally friendly practices into processes. Critique designs for safety, manufacturability, constructability, failures, usage, functionality, and efficiency. Serve as the Engineer of Record on assigned projects. Lead electrical design on projects, make recommendations and decisions, and oversee quality of drawings, specifications, reports, and documentation. Analyze issues through data, field work, experiments, and team dialogue to improve designs and reduce warranty callbacks. Contribute to design efforts of all project parties (owners, engineers, architects, consultants, contractors, PM staff). Ensure safety for personnel, customers, operators, subcontractors, and the public in designs per OSHA, MSHA, IBC, IFC, NFPA, and other regulations. Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to present designs to owners. Procurement & Construction Administration Optimize resource use and ensure cost‑effective procurement per contracts and budgets. Conduct site observations and report deficiencies, non‑conformance, safety/quality issues, and improvement opportunities to senior PM. Oversee and review shop drawings for conformance with construction documents. Comply with project risk programs (contracts, insurance, bonding, owner/regs); identify, investigate, and propose risk solutions. Client Relations & Business Development Participate in business development and customer service via professional representation and interactions with customers, partners, suppliers, and industry contacts. Build and maintain long‑term client relationships based on performance and trust. Education and Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Licensed PE or SE required; P. Eng in Canada a plus. 15+ years of electrical engineering experience in design, modification, and evaluation of power systems for industrial/commercial projects. Experience in electrical design for agricultural or industrial projects is a plus. Preferred experience with Revit, 3D software (Navisworks/Recap), SKM, ETAP, and Microsoft Office. Travel up to 15% or as needed, by air and ground. Physical Demands Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds constantly. Continuously requires vision, hearing, twisting, and talking. Frequently requires standing, fine dexterity, sitting, and handling. Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment. Must be able to position oneself to work in confined spaces such as trenches, pits, manholes, attics, and tunnels. Must be able to respond quickly to sounds. Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces. Must be able to see and respond to dangerous situations. Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day. Must be able to work in cold/hot environments and on concrete floors. Occasionally requires walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, bending, and crouching. Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain. Must be able to stand for extended durations. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. Keen Project Solutions is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). Keen is a drug and alcohol‑free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Benefits and additional company information is located on the career section of our website: #J-18808-Ljbffr