Remote Senior Electrical Engineer

Remote Senior Electrical Engineer (Water & Wastewater Infrastructure)About the OpportunityOur client, a growing engineering consulting firm specializing in critical water infrastructure projects, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to provide technical leadership, project management, and electrical design expertise for municipal water and wastewater facilities. This is an opportunity to take a lead role on high-impact infrastructure projects while mentoring junior engineers and serving as a trusted advisor to utility clients.This position offers a blend of hands-on engineering, project leadership, and client engagement, supporting projects from planning and design through construction, startup, and commissioning. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, reliable solutions for treatment facilities, pump stations, wells, and other essential infrastructure assets.For professionals looking to expand their influence beyond design work, this role also provides opportunities to contribute to business development, client relationship management, and long-term growth initiatives within a collaborative engineering environment.The role includes approximately 50% travel to support project execution, client coordination, field investigations, construction oversight, and commissioning activities.Key ResponsibilitiesLead electrical engineering and design efforts for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects.Manage projects through planning, design, procurement, construction, startup, and commissioning phases.Develop project scopes, engineering cost estimates, schedules, and technical deliverables.Design and review power distribution systems, motor control centers (MCCs), standby power systems, and facility electrical infrastructure.Support instrumentation and controls design, including PLC, SCADA, and automation system integration.Coordinate with project managers, process engineers, operations personnel, contractors, and field teams throughout project execution.Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.Prepare engineering reports, studies, technical specifications, and construction documents.Participate in client meetings, presentations, and technical workshops.Conduct quality reviews and ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.Support construction administration, troubleshooting, startup, and commissioning activities.Develop and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities for future project work and growth.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.Professional Engineer (PE) license required.7+ years of electrical engineering design and project delivery experience.Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering projects from concept through construction.Strong knowledge of power distribution systems, motor control centers, standby power systems, and industrial electrical design.Demonstrated project management and client-facing experience.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability and willingness to travel approximately 25-50% as required by project demands.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting municipal water and wastewater facilities.Consulting engineering background.Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) experience.Experience with PLC, SCADA, and industrial automation systems.Construction administration, startup, and commissioning experience.Experience working directly with utility owners, operators, and contractors.Work EnvironmentCombination of home, field, and client-site environments.Frequent collaboration with utility personnel, contractors, and project stakeholders.Travel required to support project execution, site assessments, construction activities, and client meetings.Opportunity to lead projects that directly support critical public infrastructure and community growth.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salaryPerformance-based bonus opportunitiesComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits401(k) program with company contributionPaid time off and company holidaysProfessional development and continuing education supportClear path for technical and leadership advancementThis opportunity is ideal for an experienced electrical engineer looking to take on a leadership role while remaining actively involved in the design, delivery, and successful execution of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The position offers a strong mix of technical responsibility, client interaction, project management, and long-term career growth. Apply To This Job