Job Title: Electrical Engineering Project Lead
Job Summary:
Lead and manage electrical engineering activities for large-scale energy projects, ensuring contract requirements are met and technical standards are upheld throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
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Take full ownership of electrical engineering execution in projects, ensuring compliance with customer contracts and specs.
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Lead the electrical engineering team and collaborate closely with the project engineering manager, general project management, and other key stakeholders.
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Oversee internal and external suppliers, particularly regarding electrical, instrumentation & control (I&C), and layout interfaces.
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Provide regular project updates on engineering progress, technical issues, and risks or opportunities.
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Guide the electrical design process-including concept development, technical specifications, and Bill of Quantities (BoQs).
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Identify and manage project risks, opportunities, and potential claims.
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Ensure on-time delivery of all engineering outputs, adherence to quality standards, and efficient use of engineering hours.
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Support construction and commissioning teams by resolving electrical issues on-site.
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Help reduce and prevent non-conformance costs (NCCs).
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, or a related field.
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8+ years of experience in electrical engineering for large-scale projects (e.g., power plants, data centers, HVDC or substations).
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Strong technical expertise in electrical power systems, MCCs, MV/LV switchgear, transformers, converters, rectifiers, and line diagrams.
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Background in project management and leading multicultural teams.
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Experience with both proposal and execution phases of solution projects.
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HVDC transmission experience is a plus.
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PE (Professional Engineer) license in the U.S. is a plus.
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Fluent in English; Spanish proficiency is a plus.
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Skilled in working with international teams and clients.
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Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
