Job Description

Overview

Position Summary

SSOE Group is seeking a talented Senior Electrical Engineer to support projects within our Automotive and Manufacturing Business Unit. This role involves direct client interaction, multidisciplinary coordination, technical leadership, and the successful execution of projects while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule objectives are met.

AI and Innovation

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Interface with clients to understand project requirements, define scope of work, and provide regular progress updates.
• Design electrical power distribution, lighting, grounding, and associated building systems for industrial and manufacturing facilities based out of USA.
• Apply advanced electrical engineering principles and industry best practices to develop innovative and cost-effective design solutions.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including Architectural, Structural, Civil, Mechanical, Plumbing, HVAC, and Process Engineering disciplines.
• Develop electrical design documents including single-line diagrams, equipment layouts, specifications, calculations, and construction drawings.
• Prepare and review bid packages, technical specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to designers and junior engineers to ensure quality and consistency of deliverables.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, client requirements, and company engineering practices.
• Identify and resolve complex engineering challenges while maintaining project schedules and budgets.
• Participate in design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination meetings, and client presentations.
• Support procurement and construction activities through technical reviews, vendor submittals, RFIs, and shop drawing evaluations.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently while ensuring timely and accurate project delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Full-time bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited university.
• 10–15 years of experience in the design of power distribution (LV, MV & HV) from utility feed, lighting, and grounding systems for large industrial, manufacturing, or commercial facilities.
• Proven ability to prepare bid drawings, technical specifications, and provide effective direction to design support staff.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering design principles, system calculations, and construction documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects while meeting delivery schedules and budget requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with international engineering codes and standards, preferably U.S. codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, IESNA).
• Willingness to work late evening hours to effectively collaborate with U.S.-based project teams.

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications
• Key Competencies
• Experience with classified/hazardous area design.
• Working knowledge of Revit and BIM methodologies.
• Experience with engineering and coordination tools such as Revit MEP, Navisworks, BIM 360, and similar platforms.
• Experience supporting automotive, manufacturing, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or other industrial facility projects.
• Technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Client-focused approach with strong stakeholder management capabilities.
• Effective coordination and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior engineering staff.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Additional Perks Offered:
• SSOE– The Best of Both Worlds
• At SSOE, our growth trajectory allows us to offer the opportunities normally associated with a large firm while embracing the collaborative and supportive culture often found in smaller firms. As a member of the SSOE team, you will work on exciting and diverse projects for Fortune 100 clients around the globe, supported by the best technology for the task at hand. You will experience our employee-centric culture that strives to offer a healthy balance, flexible working arrangements, direct access to leadership at all levels, and a mindset of continuous learning. Once you experience the SSOE difference, you’ll understand the why behind our metrics:
• Compensation- as per industry standards.
• A collaborative and supportive culture where you’re not just a number—you’re a critical and highly valued member of our team!
• Hybrid / remote work arrangements.
• As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will experience exciting projects from start to finish and interface directly with some of the most forward-thinking clients in the world.
• A mindset of continuous learning where you are encouraged to ask questions, bring fresh ideas to the table, and pursue your professional development goals.
• A diversity of market sectors, project types, and geographic locations that help insulate your career from economic ups and downs.
• A formal career path and real opportunities for advancement.
• A holistic approach to compensation and benefits that supports your physical and mental health, encourages work-life balance, and empowers your career advancement and financial success.
• 28% - of our employees have been with SSOE for 10 years or more.
• 15% - percentage of employees with tenure exceeding 15 years.
• 99% - our CEO’s approval rating on Glassdoor.
• 98% - portion of our clients who say they would recommend us to a colleague.