Senior Electrical Design Engineer

The Senior Electrical Designer/Engineer

will serve as a technical leader within the engineering team, responsible for designing and implementing advanced electrical systems for custom power distribution and control products. This role focuses on achieving best-in-class quality, optimizing cycle times, and reducing costs while ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines. You will act as a subject matter expert, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, manufacturing, and estimating teams to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions on time and within budget.

If you are an experienced electrical engineer passionate about leading complex projects and driving innovation in the power systems industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm

Relocation:

This position is 100% onsite in Belle Chasse, LA and does not provide relocation assistance. We are prioritizing local candidates.

What You'll Do:

- Lead and develop electrical designs for low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems, motor control centers, and custom control equipment, including arc flash protection systems.

- Provide technical expertise and guidance on material selection, system architecture, and design concepts to ensure product integrity and client satisfaction.

- Partner with Mechanical Engineering, Building Design, Manufacturing, and Estimating teams to ensure designs are accurate, manufacturable, and cost-effective.

- Establish, maintain, and continuously improve electrical design processes to increase efficiency, reduce operational costs, and support innovation.

- Serve as the authority on UL standards, client specifications, and regional code compliance to ensure safety and regulatory adherence.

- Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers, fostering technical growth and knowledge-sharing across the team.

- Support manufacturing and field service teams with technical troubleshooting, testing, and client witness activities.

- Identify and implement advanced tools, technologies, and design methodologies to keep the engineering department at the forefront of the industry.

Qualifications

Education & Certification

- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Required.

- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Experience

- 5+ years of electrical engineering design experience in marine, heavy industrial, or oil & gas industries, Required. - 3+ years of experience with electro-mechanical power system design, including low/medium voltage power distribution, motor control centers, controls integration, and arc flash protection, required.

- Proven success leading complex engineering projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

- Strong understanding of UL standards (UL-1558, UL-891, UL-67, UL-508, UL-845, UL-DLAH) and regional utility codes.

- Expertise in designing with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Schneider, etc.), protective relays (Basler, Multiline, Sepam, Woodward, etc.), and communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet, Fiber Optic).

- Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, EPlan, or Promis-e, plus familiarity with 3D design tools.

- Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or AS400.

- Advanced knowledge of electrical engineering principles, power system design, and product lifecycle management.

Professional Skills

- Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

- Strong communication skills: able to present complex technical concepts clearly to clients, executives, and cross-functional teams.

- Advanced mathematical and analytical skills.

- Self-driven with a high regard for process, quality, and integrity.

Why Join Point Eight Power?

- Lead challenging and high-impact projects in the oil & gas, data center, marine, and energy sectors.

- Influence product design and innovation in a collaborative, team-driven environment.

- Competitive compensation and benefits package.

- Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.