Sr. Principal Electrical Design Engineer

Coastal Wave Recruiting•Moses Lake, WA

About The Position

A pioneering industrial technology company is seeking a Sr. Principal Electrical Design Engineer to lead the design and execution of electrical systems supporting a first-of-its-kind advanced manufacturing facility. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will drive electrical design strategy, support plant build-out, and influence long-term system reliability and scalability. Ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced, start-up environment and wants to build something from the ground up.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
10–15+ years of experience in industrial, manufacturing, or chemical processing environments
Strong expertise in electrical power systems and distribution
Experience with industrial controls systems, including PLCs and HMIs
Experience with electrical design tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar
Experience leading complex, large-scale electrical design projects
Deep knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and applicable industry standards

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Experience supporting greenfield plant builds or facility scale-ups
Background in energy, chemical, or electrochemical processes
Familiarity with hazardous area classifications, including Class I, Div 1/2
Professional Engineer (PE) license

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems for a large-scale industrial facility
Own power distribution systems (low and medium voltage) including system architecture and integration
Develop and review single-line diagrams, schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams
Partner cross-functionally with process, mechanical, controls, and operations teams
Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and applicable safety standards
Support equipment specification, vendor selection, and FAT/SAT activities
Drive improvements in system performance, reliability, and safety
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering team members