Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Design

Position open to permanent US residents only...

The Opportunity:

StaffRight Associates is recruiting partner for an established, 80-year-old power design organization in Atlanta, Georgia. We are seeking an accomplished Senior Electrical Engineer to spearhead complex utility initiatives, oversee high-stakes infrastructure endeavors, and drive long-term technical excellence. This pivotal role offers exceptional stability, clear growth avenues, and the opportunity to lead critical engineering solutions across an expanding portfolio of energy projects.

What You’ll Do:

• Architect comprehensive protection and control schemes for utility substations, transmission lines, transformers, capacitors, and associated grid infrastructure.

• Direct multidisciplinary teams of engineers and drafters, providing technical oversight and mentoring junior staff to ensure top-tier engineering quality.

• Manage full project lifecycles, maintaining strict adherence to schedules, financial budgets, and scope requirements.

• Develop innovative internal processes to streamline substation design accuracy, documentation appearance, and adherence to customer standards.

• Execute specialized engineering calculations and technical studies covering voltage drop, fault current, and insulation coordination.

• Collaborate seamlessly with internal colleagues, construction contractors, consultants, and clients to resolve on-site engineering challenges.

• Contribute to business development by supporting proposal creation, technical specifications writing, and project cost estimating.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor Of Science In Electrical Engineering or higher from an EAC/ABET accredited program, or approved NCEES evaluation of international credentials.

• Licensed Professional Engineer certification.

• 5 To 20 Years of progressive, hands-on engineering experience within the utility or energy sector.

• Substation Design and Transmission Systems expertise, including advanced knowledge of electrical equipment arrangements.

• Protection And Control proficiency, encompassing AC/DC Schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, relay settings, and SCADA Communication Design.

• Project Management capabilities combined with strong business acumen and technical leadership skills.

Compensation & Total Rewards:

Annual Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 (Full Time/Direct Hire).

Relocation Paid: No.

Joining StaffRight Associates:

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you’re doing more than pursuing a job, you’re aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.