Orbital is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our growing team in a REMOTE WORK role. This role will provide technical leadership for industrial electrical engineering projects supporting clients er generation, refining, midstream oil & gas, petrochemical, and manufacturing markets. The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader, lead engineer, and client-facing representative responsible for delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective engineering solutions.Essential FunctionsLead electrical engineering and design efforts for capital and maintenance projects from concept through commissioning.Develop and review electrical engineering deliverables including:Single-line diagramsPower distribution designsEquipment layoutsCable and conduit schedulesCable tray and conduit routing plansGrounding and lightning protection systemsInterconnecting wiring diagramsTechnical specifications and scopes of workPerform and review engineering calculations for:Load flow analysisShort-circuit studiesProtective device coordinationArc flash analysisMotor starting analysisDevelop equipment data sheets, RFQs, technical bid evaluations, and equipment recommendations.Participate e walkdowns, startup activities, and commissioning support.Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering efforts with mechanical, structural, civil, process, and instrumentation teams.Support proposal development, scope definition, and engineering estimates.Mentor junior engineers and designers and provide technical guidance across project teams.Conduct design reviews and ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and quality procedures.Support business development initiatives by serving as a trusted technical advisor to clients.Other DutiesPlease note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice**.**Required Qualifications:Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited universityProfessional Engineer (PE) license20+ years of electrical engineering experience in consulting environmentsStrong understanding of:Medium- and low-voltage power distribution systemsSubstations and switchgearProtective relaying systemsMotor control centers (MCCs)Variable frequency drives (VFDs)Emergency and standby power systemsIndustrial grounding systemsExperience with electrical power system modeling software such as SKM, ETAP, or equivalent.Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.Excellent written communication, technical report writing, and client interaction skills.Ability to work independently while leading project teams and coordinating multiple concurrent assignments.Preferred Qualifications:Project management experience managing engineering scope, budget, and schedule.Familiarity with NETA testing standards, including acceptance testing, maintenance testing, commissioning, and condition assessment of electrical equipment in accordance with current industry practices.Working knowledge of NFPA 70B, including principles of electrical equipment maintenance, reliability-centered maintenance strategies, condition-based maintenance programs, and asset lifecycle management.Ability to interpret testing results, identify equipment deficiencies, develop corrective action recommendations, and support reliability improvement initiatives.Multi-state engineering licensureLocation Note:This is a remote work position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s location.Benefits:A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability coverage, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.About Orbital:Powered by People, Driven by SolutionsSince 1969, Orbital has been specializing ject execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices, hands-on mentality, and world-wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best-practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.
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