Senior Electrical Engineer

As a Senior Electrical Engineer at RK&K you will be responsible for leading and executing electrical engineering design for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role requires advanced technical expertise, leadership in multidisciplinary project teams, and the ability to mentor junior staff. The position involves design, analysis, and oversight of electrical systems to ensure compliance with applicable codes, safety standards, and client requirements.

• Lead electrical design for water and wastewater facilities in coordination with process mechanical, HVAC, and other engineering disciplines
• Prepare electrical design calculations, drawings, and specifications (onelines, power distribution, MCCs/switch gear, cable trays, lighting/wiring, grounding, lightning protection, UPS/load lists, cable sizing)
• Perform voltage drop calculations and ensure overall system reliability
• Review and approve submittals, specifications, and O&M manuals
• Address contractor RFIs and change orders
• Participate in client meetings on conceptual designs and project standards
• Prepare technical memos, proposals, reports, and contract documents
• Provide field services, investigations, and support during startup and commissioning
• Develop detailed engineering cost estimates
  
  Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 820, and all applicable safety codes
• Travel occasionally for site visits and client meetings

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field
• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Electrical Engineering and ability to obtain licensure in other states
• Minimum of 8 years in electrical systems design, construction, and commissioning for water and wastewater facilities
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and ETAP/SKM; familiar with lighting design software
• Strong knowledge of NEC and NFPA 820
• Excellent technical writing, communication, organization, and documentation skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively with strong problem solving abilities
• Capable of performing field inspections requiring walking, standing, and climbing
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs as needed
• Office based role with occasional travel to project sites and exposure to construction environments

• 10 years of experience in electrical systems design, construction, and commissioning for water and wastewater facilities
• This position may require short-duration travel to client sites and project locations

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under ADA) expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career development
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Much, much more!