Electrical Controls Engineer IV

Lake Superior Consulting


Date: 1 day ago
City: Nashville, TN
Contract type: Full time
Lake Superior Consulting is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to join our growing team!

The Electrical Controls Engineer is responsible for leading and executing the electrical controls engineering scope on moderate to large industrial projects. This includes providing technical leadership, developing engineering designs and construction deliverables, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and project stakeholders, and supporting successful project execution through all phases of design and construction.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead moderate to large-scale electrical controls projects, providing technical direction and decision-making on complex engineering issues
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams to develop complete, high-quality design deliverables
  • Develop controls drawings, specifications, engineering studies, calculations, reports, and supporting documentation
  • Design and review industrial control systems including instrumentation, control panels, communication networks, and control system architectures
  • Perform technical reviews to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, client requirements, and engineering best practices
  • Interface effectively with project managers, clients, vendors, and contractors throughout project execution
  • Execute project assignments as the discipline lead, subject matter expert, and engineer of record
  • Monitor discipline scope, schedule, and technical risks, supporting project teams in identifying issues and developing effective solutions
  • Provide technical guidance, quality oversight, and mentorship to junior engineers and designers
  • Travel up to 10% to project sites and client facilities for field investigations, design verification, and client meetings


Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited university
  • 5+ years of related electrical engineering experience
  • Demonstrated experience with industrial control systems, instrumentation, and automation
  • Experience supporting projects through multiple phases including conceptual design, detailed design, and construction
  • Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70E, API, and AGA recommended practices


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure
  • Experience with control panel design, remote I/O systems, and industrial networking
  • Familiarity with PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA-based control systems
  • Experience developing control narratives and cause-and-effect diagrams
  • Experience in oil & gas, pipeline, power generation, renewables, or other industrial process facilities
  • Experience with AutoDesk AutoCAD and Bluebeam


Personal Competencies:

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
  • Ability to think conceptually and drive projects from conception through implementation
  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to lead project teams
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively under schedule-driven environments
  • Self-motivated with a commitment to delivering high-quality, technically sound designs
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development


Be Part of Something Bigger – Join the Team at Lake Superior Consulting!

At LSC, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary range for this position is $95,000 - $132,800.

Our benefits include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Flexible work options
  • 401K (6% company match)
  • Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Paid holidays (twelve per year)
  • Tuition reimbursement


Bias-Free Hiring Practices:

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

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