Senior Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer (Remote Contract)

Job Summary

Lead complex power distribution and generation projects, influence critical technical decisions, and help deliver high-impact industrial infrastructure in a senior EPC leadership role. This position requires an engineer with strong electrical expertise, sound engineering judgment, and proven success in leading multidisciplinary teams. The role involves guiding key technical decisions, overseeing project execution from concept through commissioning, and serving as a trusted partner to customers, project managers, vendors, and internal teams. While deep expertise in every instrumentation and controls specialty is not required, working knowledge is necessary to coordinate broader EIC execution. Typical travel of 15%–25%.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering execution for EPC projects involving industrial power distribution, power generation, and related facility infrastructure.
• Direct and review electrical design deliverables, analyses, and construction packages to ensure technical quality, constructability, and compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate electrical, instrumentation, and controls scope across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Work closely with project managers, customers, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams to manage scope, priorities, schedules, and technical interfaces.
• Lead or oversee power system studies and key electrical deliverables, including single-line diagrams, equipment layouts, grounding, lighting, cable documentation, and related design outputs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and designers while supporting safe, efficient, and timely project delivery.
• Support business development and customer relationship efforts by contributing technical credibility, practical solutions, and strong project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 8 years of relevant experience in industrial electrical engineering, including power distribution and/or power generation projects.
• Experience leading electrical engineering work within an EPC or design-build project environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, applicable codes and standards, and power system studies.
• Working knowledge of instrumentation and controls sufficient to coordinate multidisciplinary EIC execution.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage technical interfaces, and communicate effectively with customers and project stakeholders.
• Ability to work from Charleston, WV, and travel as required for project needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer registration or the ability to obtain licensure.
• Experience in chemical, energy, or other heavy industrial markets.
• Experience with medium- and high-voltage systems, power generation facilities, and related infrastructure.
• Familiarity with control systems integration, field instrumentation, and multidisciplinary design coordination tools.

Relevant Industry Experience

• Experience delivering complex industrial projects through multiple phases, from front-end development through detailed design, procurement support, construction, and commissioning.
• Experience coordinating with owners, vendors, construction teams, and other engineering disciplines in fast-paced EPC project environments.

Benefits PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan.PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, andlifting upto 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidate Privacy To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://peaktechnical.com/privacy-policy/and https://peaktechnical.com/ca-residents-privacy-rights/ AI Recruiting Disclosure We use AI-assisted tools to help review applications and compare your experience to job requirements, but all hiring decisions are made by human recruiters. You may request a human-only process or opt out of automated communication at any time. Required notices and our latest bias audit are available on our website: www.peaktechnical.com/ai-disclosure.