Electrical Facilities Engineer

We are representing a FORTUNE 500 manufacturing organization who is actively seeking a Facilities/Electrical Engineer due to a recently announced promotion. Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, this candidate will be responsible for planning and executing capital projects, supporting facility infrastructure, and improving the reliability and safety of electrical systems within a $700M/1,000+ employee manufacturing campus.Key ResponsibilitiesLead capital and facility improvement projects from concept through commissioning, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and execution.Serve as the technical authority for plant electrical power distribution systems, including 480V three-phase systems, switchgear, motor control centers, feeders, grounding, and overcurrent protection.Evaluate electrical system capacity for new and existing operations, including load calculations, equipment sizing, and power distribution planning.Oversee arc-flash, short-circuit, and coordination studies, maintaining accurate electrical documentation, one-line diagrams, and equipment labeling.Ensure electrical installations and maintenance activities comply with applicable NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and other safety requirements.Support and improve electrical safety programs, including energized work procedures, PPE requirements, electrical training, and safe work practices.Coordinate electrical and mechanical contractors, providing technical direction and ensuring work meets project specifications, safety standards, and quality expectations.Support preventive and predictive maintenance of electrical distribution systems, troubleshoot equipment issues, and implement improvements to minimize downtime.Develop and maintain engineering drawings, equipment specifications, project documentation, risk assessments, and performance reports.Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering teams to evaluate equipment installations, facility layouts, utility requirements, and operational improvements.Participate in vendor visits, factory acceptance testing, and equipment commissioning. Travel may be required up to 25%.QualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or another related engineering discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.At least 3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or facilities environment.Strong knowledge of electrical theory and industrial power distribution systems, particularly 480V three-phase systems.Understanding of electrical safety practices, including absence-of-voltage verification, energized work procedures, and electrical hazard controls.Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, P&IDs, and equipment drawings.Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and standard Microsoft Office applications.Strong project management, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.PreferredExperience supporting or implementing NFPA 70E electrical safety programs.Familiarity with applicable NEC requirements for industrial electrical systems, motors, grounding, overcurrent protection, and hazardous locations.Experience with arc-flash studies and power system analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower.Professional certifications such as PE, PMP, or CFM.