Lead Electrical Engineer – Heavy Industrial Projects | Full Remote (Occasional Site Visits) | Pittsburgh, PA Region
About the Opportunity:
A well-established engineering consulting firm with more than 50 years of success in industrial and infrastructure projects is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to join its team.
This is a confidential search for a full-remote position — candidates can work from anywhere in the U.S. but should be open to occasional site visits (primarily in the Pittsburgh, PA region).
Key Highlights:
- Work Arrangement: Full remote – occasional site visits as project needs arise
- Projects: Heavy industrial, utilities & power generation, midstream oil & gas, petrochemical, and metals
- Leadership: Manage electrical scopes of work, mentor junior staff, and oversee deliverables
- Compensation: Competitive salary, annual performance bonuses, full benefits package
- Culture: Collaborative team known for trusted client relationships, technical excellence, and innovative solutions
What You’ll Do:
- Lead electrical design projects from concept through construction packages
- Prepare and review single-line diagrams, equipment layouts, routing plans, interconnection diagrams, and loop diagrams
- Provide technical oversight and quality review for all deliverables before client issuance
- Collaborate remotely with multidisciplinary teams and provide on-site support as needed during key project phases
- Support business development discussions with existing and prospective clients
- Develop and maintain technical standards/specifications for use on projects
- Mentor junior engineers and guide project teams through execution
Qualifications:
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
- 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering and design, ideally in a consulting environment
- Proven track record in heavy industrial projects (e.g., metals, oil & gas, utilities, or petrochemical)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with industrial codes and standards
- Experience leading project or engineering teams is required
- PE license strongly preferred (or ability to obtain reciprocity in PA and other states)
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with career advancement opportunities
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- 401(k) with company match and supplemental insurance options
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Professional development and ongoing training support
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Remote
