Senior Electrical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead and support electrical engineering requirements and construction packages for client projects
• Manage and execute electrical design projects including load list development and conductor sizing
• Perform overcurrent protective device (OCPD) sizing, lighting, and switchgear design
• Oversee facility electrical design aspects including low-voltage distribution systems, backup systems, grounding, and fire alarms
• Collaborate with project teams while supervising and mentoring team members
• Execute full lifecycle project support including system design, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning
• Conduct site surveys and provide on-site support during installation
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IBC, NFPA 101, ASHRAE, and IECC codes
• Develop project deliverables using AutoCAD and Revit

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
• Minimum of 5 years in manufacturing or consulting environments executing electrical power system design projects
• Proficiency in low-voltage (LV) systems design including lighting, fire alarm, and security systems
• Familiarity with distribution design for LV/MV facility electrical distribution systems
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and International Building Code (IBC)
• Ability to schedule design/construction activities and estimate costs using MS Project
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
• Ability to travel 10–20% to external manufacturing sites

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT certification
• PE licensure
• Experience with ETAP or SKM

About the Company

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm with 25 years of experience specializing in delivering innovative solutions for the pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries.