Senior Electrical Engineer - Power
About The Position
KLH Engineers is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join its Pittsburgh office. The role leads the design and development of electrical power distribution and process control systems for municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment facilities. The engineer will develop designs, construction documents, and technical specifications; investigate existing systems in the field; help clients troubleshoot electrical and operational issues; and support startup, commissioning, and operation of newly installed systems. The position works with multidisciplinary teams and coordinates with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal project teams to deliver practical, reliable infrastructure solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in detailed design of electrical power distribution and process control systems for municipal and/or industrial water and wastewater treatment facilities.
- Professional Engineering Designation (P.E.).
- Hands-on experience with pumps, blowers, VFDs, SCADA systems, and process control instrumentation.
- Ability to work both in the office and in the field, including investigating existing systems, troubleshooting operational issues, and supporting system startups.
- Ability to balance technical precision with practical, real-world application.
Responsibilities
- Lead design and development of electrical power distribution and process control systems for municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment facilities.
- Design and specify systems related to pumps, blowers, variable frequency drives (VFDs), SCADA systems, and process control instrumentation.
- Develop detailed electrical engineering designs, construction documents, and technical specifications for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Conduct field investigations to evaluate existing conditions and gather information for proposed system upgrades and improvements.
- Assist clients with troubleshooting electrical and operational issues in existing treatment and pumping systems.
- Provide startup, commissioning, and operational support for newly installed electrical and control systems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop efficient, reliable, and maintainable solutions.
- Coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal project teams to support successful project delivery.
- Apply engineering judgment to solve technical challenges and support critical infrastructure systems.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedule.
- Ability to work from home when necessary.
- Mentorship, continued learning, and opportunities for growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
