Electrical Project Engineer

Electrical Project Engineer

The Electrical Project Engineer is responsible for managing electrical CAPEX projects from concept through commissioning in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. This role ensures projects are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with engineering standards and project governance processes.

• Lead electrical engineering activities through project definition, execution, startup, and ramp-up
• Develop engineering scopes, design criteria, schedules, cost estimates, and risk analyses
• Coordinate contractor bid processes, RFIs, evaluations, and selections
• Track project costs, schedules, materials, and construction progress
• Support testing, commissioning, and startup activities
• Coordinate outages and construction activities with operations and maintenance teams
• Ensure compliance with EHS, quality, cost, and schedule requirements
• Communicate project status and risks to stakeholders and project leadership
• Capture lessons learned and support continuous improvement efforts

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 2–5 years of experience managing electrical CAPEX projects in a heavy industrial environment
• Working knowledge of ladder logic, HMI software, and industrial electrical systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills