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Geosyntec Consultants · 3 hours ago

Senior Electrical Engineer

Chattanooga, TN

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Geosyntec Consultants is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients. The Senior Electrical Engineer will support and grow the electrical engineering design and automation practice, focusing on water and wastewater treatment design, pilot-scale testing, and project management.

ConsultingCRMEnvironmental ConsultingInformation TechnologyInnovation Management

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Apply experience, technical knowledge, and problem-solving skills for the development and review of technical approaches, detailed power design, and where applicable support our system automation and controls engineers

Design and develop electrical systems in accordance with applicable specifications, codes, and standards. Possess comprehensive knowledge of NFPA, NESC, and IEEE guidelines and publications

Perform electrical design calculations, including load flow analysis, short circuit studies, and protective device coordination assessments. Proficient in utilizing electrical engineering software such as ETAP, SKM, or comparable applications

Proficient in reading, interpreting, and developing P&IDs

Prepare and update technical documentation and drawings—including single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, lighting, grounding, OEM equipment specifications, hazardous area classifications, utility service requests, construction specifications, etc.—for power and systems in accordance with applicable industry codes and standards

Conduct site surveys and inspections to assess installation and operation of both electrical and control systems

Responsible for scoping, scheduling, and budgeting requirements for the electrical design of process engineering projects and proposals including estimating labor, material, or construction costs for budget preparation purposes

Prepare for and participate in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties

Recruit, manage, and mentor early- and mid-career staff and designers

Task and project-level responsibility for scoping, performing, managing and delivering multiple concurrent project assignments

Consistent with our sell-manage-do business model, play a role supporting lead generation, business development, staff development, and mentoring

Drive personal , company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed

Qualification

Electrical engineering designPower distributionProcess controls/automationNFPAIEEE guidelinesElectrical engineering softwareElectrical Safety analysesWater/wastewater experienceDetail orientationClient managementLeadership skillsMentoringProject management

Required

U.S Citizenship is required for this position

Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited college or university in electrical engineering

At least 8 years (10+ years preferred) of progressive experience in electrical engineering with a focus on the design, construction, and operation of process engineering projects, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Strong background with industrial equipment, electrical motors and VFDs, power distribution, building service and wiring, and process controls/automation

Demonstrated working knowledge with applicable codes (i.e. NFPA, IEEE, etc.) and Federal and State regulations

Excellent leadership and detail-orientation skills

Direct water, wastewater, industrial, and/or environmental consulting experience

Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed

Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel