Electrical Engineer - Asset Management - Granite City, IL

Job Title:

Electrical Engineer - Asset Management

Location:

Granite City, IL (St. Louis Metropolitan Area)

FLSA Classification:

Exempt

Job Description

Orbital is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the execution of an Asset Integrity and Asset Management program at a client facility in Granite City, IL. This is a field-based engineering position embedded at the client's site, focused on electrical infrastructure evaluation, reliability engineering, and long-term asset management planning.

In this role, you will serve as Orbital's on-site electrical engineering resource - working with a high degree of independence while receiving technical oversight and managerial support from Orbital's office-based project team. You will be responsible for translating inspection findings and system assessments into sound engineering solutions and supporting the client in making informed, risk-based decisions about their electrical assets and infrastructure.

This position is well suited for an engineer who is equally comfortable at a desk developing studies and specifications and at a facility evaluating electrical systems firsthand - someone who takes ownership of the engineering work and sees it through from assessment to solution.

Essential Functions

Electrical Engineering & Assessment

• Serve as the primary engineering resource for electrical asset and infrastructure evaluations, applying engineering judgment to assess condition, identify deficiencies, and prioritize corrective actions.
• Evaluate existing electrical infrastructure - including power distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, grounding systems, and related equipment - to identify reliability risks and improvement opportunities.
• Review and interpret electrical inspection findings generated by the program's inspection team, translating field data into engineering evaluations and recommendations.
• Perform site visits to electrical systems and equipment as needed to verify conditions, gather supplemental information, and inform engineering decisions - not as an inspector, but as the engineer responsible for the solution.
• Prepare engineering reports, condition assessments, and technical recommendations for review by the client and Orbital's project team.

Reliability Engineering & Design

• Support power distribution studies and electrical reliability initiatives, providing the engineering analysis necessary to identify vulnerabilities and develop targeted improvement strategies.
• Develop engineering solutions for reliability improvements, including modifications to existing systems, equipment upgrades, and design changes that enhance the safety and dependability of the client's electrical infrastructure.
• Prepare calculations, designs, and specifications in support of identified repair and improvement projects.
• Coordinate with Orbital's office engineering team to ensure solutions are technically sound, code-compliant, and aligned with client requirements and applicable standards (NFPA, IEEE, NESC, NEC, etc.).
• Provide engineering support during project execution as needed - answering RFIs, reviewing submittals, and resolving field conditions - while construction and installation management remains the responsibility of others.

Asset Management & Planning

• Support long-term asset management planning by contributing engineering expertise to condition assessments, maintenance strategies, and electrical capital planning initiatives.
• Support electrical capital projects and RFP responses by providing technical input during scoping, planning, and execution phases, and contributing to the development of technically sound, competitive proposals.
• Maintain accurate records of engineering evaluations, calculations, and improvement histories to support Asset Management databases and long-term tracking.
• Identify recurring deficiency patterns and develop proactive engineering recommendations to support the client's long-term electrical reliability goals.
• Contribute to the continued growth and improvement of Orbital's Asset Management and Repair Services capabilities.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Comply with all Orbital, client, OSHA, MSHA, NFPA 70E, and site-specific safety requirements, including arc flash and electrical safety protocols.
• Complete all work in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and Orbital's Quality Management System (QMS).
• Participate in pre-job planning, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and safety meetings as required.
• Promote consistency, repeatability, and continuous improvement in engineering execution and documentation quality.

Team & Client Coordination

• Serve as the primary on-site electrical engineering point of contact for the client's operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.
• Maintain strong working relationships with client personnel and Orbital's field- and office-based project leadership.
• Communicate engineering findings, recommendations, and project status clearly to both engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Support proposal development, estimating, and scope definition as needed.

Other Duties

Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities required of this position. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum five (5) years of professional electrical engineering experience in industrial environments.
• Experience with power distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, and/or related electrical plant equipment and infrastructure.
• Experience in asset-intensive industries such as power generation, oil and gas, refining, chemical processing, manufacturing, steel, mining, or materials processing.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop engineering evaluations, reliability studies, and capital recommendations from inspection and condition assessment data.
• Experience supporting electrical capital projects or contributing to RFP and proposal responses in a technical capacity.
• Ability to work independently in a field-based role while maintaining effective communication with an office-based support team.
• Ability to access structures at elevated heights, in confined spaces, and in active industrial environments as needed to support engineering evaluations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare clear calculations, technical reports, and recommendations for varied audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and engineering software relevant to electrical design and analysis; experience with power systems analysis software (SKM, ETAP, or equivalent) a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability and intent to obtain licensure.
• Experience supporting Asset Management, Asset Integrity, or Electrical Reliability programs.
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards including NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, and NESC.
• Experience with arc flash hazard analysis and mitigation.
• Familiarity with digital inspection platforms and asset management systems.
• Experience providing engineering support during electrical construction and installation projects.

Location Note

This is a full-time, on-site position located at a client facility in Granite City, IL, within the St. Louis metropolitan area. This is not a remote or hybrid role. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Salary Range

$90,000-140,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

Benefits

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k) retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability coverage, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.

About Orbital

Powered by People, Driven by Solutions

Since 1969, Orbital has been specializing in project development, project execution, and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices, hands-on mentality, and world-wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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