Sr. Principal Electrical Design Engineer

Sr. Principal Electrical Design Engineer

Description

• A pioneering industrial technology company is seeking a Sr. Principal Electrical Design Engineer to lead the design and execution of electrical systems supporting a first-of-its-kind advanced manufacturing facility. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will drive electrical design strategy, support plant build-out, and influence long-term system reliability and scalability. Ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced, start-up environment and wants to build something from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems for a large-scale industrial facility
• Own power distribution systems (low and medium voltage) including system architecture and integration
• Develop and review single-line diagrams, schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams
• Partner cross-functionally with process, mechanical, controls, and operations teams
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and applicable safety standards
• Support equipment specification, vendor selection, and FAT/SAT activities
• Drive improvements in system performance, reliability, and safety
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering team members

Requirements

• Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• 10–15+ years of experience in industrial, manufacturing, or chemical processing environments

• Strong expertise in electrical power systems and distribution

• Experience with industrial controls systems, including PLCs and HMIs

• Experience with electrical design tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar

• Experience leading complex, large-scale electrical design projects

• Deep knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and applicable industry standards

• Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• Experience supporting greenfield plant builds or facility scale-ups

• Background in energy, chemical, or electrochemical processes

• Familiarity with hazardous area classifications, including Class I, Div 1/2

• Professional Engineer (PE) license

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, relocation support, and comprehensive benefits

• More about Coastal Wave Recruiting

• At Coastal Wave Recruiting, our mission is to create lasting connections between exceptional talent and forward-thinking companies. We go beyond filling roles, focusing instead on building partnerships grounded in trust, alignment, and long-term success. By prioritizing quality, speed, and cultural fit, we help businesses ride the wave of opportunity while empowering professionals to thrive in the right environments.