Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Description

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading the development of complete electrical design packages, including schematics, layouts, and bills of materials that meet manufacturing, regulatory, and client requirements. This role requires advanced technical knowledge of low- and medium-voltage electrical control equipment, as well as the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and client teams. 

Location: This position is onsite at our Belle Chasse, LA facility. 

Accountabilities: 

• Develop and deliver complete electrical design packages (schematics, wiring diagrams, layouts, and BOMs) for low- and medium-voltage control equipment. 
• Ensure designs comply with applicable standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, UL) as well as client specifications. 
• Collaborate with manufacturing, mechanical engineering, and field service teams to resolve design challenges and improve reliability. 
• Lead client-facing communication on technical issues, ensuring requirements are met and solutions are delivered professionally and on time. 
• Partner with estimators to provide design input on job size, configurations, and feasibility to support accurate project quotes. 
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to research materials, evaluate new technologies, and develop design symbols. 
• Provide technical support during production and client witness testing; troubleshoot wiring and control issues when needed. 
• Mentor junior designers and engineers, supporting the department's continuous improvement of design standards, tools, and processes. 
• Drive innovation by contributing to new product development and improvement projects. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

Required Knowledge/Experience:  

• 3+ years of electrical engineering design with Switchgear in the marine, heavy industrial, and oil & gas industries. 
• 1+ years of experience with electro-mechanical power system design, including low/medium voltage power distribution, motor control centers, controls integration, and arc flash protection. 
• Experience with marine, oil and gas, or energy sector projects (preferred).  
• Understanding of generator controls, protective relays, short circuit/coordination studies, and complex system integration. 
• Proficiency in design software: AutoCAD, Promis*E, and related electrical CAD tools.  
• Ability to read and understand client-supplied job specifications and one-line diagrams to create design criteria for project development.  
• Strong knowledge of applicable electrical standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, UL).  
• Familiarity with ERP/PLM systems and Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.  
• Ability to work on fast-paced, short-turnaround projects.  
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills with an emphasis on cost, safety, and quality.  
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to prepare technical documentation and present to internal teams and clients.  
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while also leading cross-functional collaboration.  
• Commitment to mentoring and developing junior team members. 

Education  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering 
• Professional Engineer (PE) License, preferred. 

Work Environment and Physical Demands 

• FLSA executive and professional positions paid on a salary basis, where project requirements and tight client deadlines may require workweeks over forty (40) hours (including weekends or holidays)  
• This role will be in office setting, however frequent visits to the production floor are required to oversee operations, ensure compliance and safety standards. 
• Mobility: Ability to move around the manufacturing plant, including walking, standing, and climbing stairs. 
• Manual Dexterity: Occasional use of hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. 
• Lifting: Ability to lift and carry items up to twenty-five (25) pounds. All lifting should be done following OSHA standards. 
• Visual and Auditory Requirements: Must be able to see and hear well enough to navigate the plant safely and communicate effectively with team members. 
• Frequent travel to regional sites required; presence on production floors is expected. 

Additional Information

A Note to our Recruitment Partners: We really appreciate the interest, but MCG currently manages hiring through our internal team. We love getting to know our candidates directly! Because of this, we don’t accept unsolicited resumes from agencies at this time. If we ever need an extra hand, we’ll be sure to reach out to the community. Thanks for understanding!

MCG is an equal opportunity employer prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, and any other protected classes stated by applicable federal and state laws. MCG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).