Senior Electrical Engineer

Overview

VPA is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (PE) to support engineering, design, and construction activities across major industrial and power-sector projects. This role provides technical leadership, QA/QC oversight, field support, and stamped deliverables for electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering for medium- and high-voltage systems (up to 345kV).
• Provide system studies: load flow, short circuit, arc flash, grounding, relay coordination.
• Review and stamp engineering packages, drawings, and specifications.
• Oversee power distribution, switchgear, substations, and plant electrical systems.
• Support EPC teams through design, construction, commissioning, and turnover.
• Resolve complex technical issues and mentor junior engineers/designers.
• Conduct site walkdowns, electrical inspections, and redlines for as-builts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10+ years of electrical engineering in power/industrial facilities.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, IEEE, NFPA 70E, NESC, and utility standards.
• Experience with SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower.
• Preferred Power plant, CHP, combined cycle, or Data Center background.
• Prior EPC or Owner’s Rep experience.

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