Lead Electrical Designer - KOE
Job Description
- Lead electrical design activities for refining and petrochemical projects.
- Develop and review one-line diagrams, schematics, grounding plans, interconnect drawings, cable schedules, and power layouts.
- Design cable tray systems, duct banks, and electrical equipment layouts.
- Create and modify electrical drawings using SmartPlant 3D (SP3D) and AutoCAD.
- Perform 3D electrical modeling and ensure designs comply with company and industry standards.
- Serve as a field resource by supporting site walkdowns, construction activities, and resolving field design issues.
- Review vendor documentation, RFIs, engineering changes, and as-built drawings.
- Lead and mentor a small team of designers while coordinating with engineers, project teams, and construction personnel.
- Analyze, inspect, and construct electrical designs while maintaining quality, schedule, and project objectives.
- Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or High School Diploma with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
- 10–20+ years of electrical design experience in the refining or petrochemical industry.
- Experience leading small design teams and mentoring junior designers.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams.
- Experience performing electrical equipment layouts within electrical buildings.
- Knowledge of electrical quality standards and industrial design practices.
- SmartPlant 3D (SP3D) – Preferred
- AutoCAD (Advanced)
- MicroStation (Preferred)
- Navisworks
- Microsoft Office Suite
Meet Your Recruiter
Alex Martyn
Technical Recruiter
Alex is a Recruiter at Sterling Engineering, supporting the Energy and Infrastructure Division. As someone new to both recruiting and Sterling, Alex brings enthusiasm, curiosity, and a relationship-first approach to helping candidates navigate new career opportunities.
Alex’s passion for recruiting stems from the opportunity to help others achieve continued career growth, long-term happiness, and professional success. Alex enjoys building new relationships every day and takes pride in connecting with candidates to better understand their goals, strengths, and next steps.
Outside of recruiting, Alex enjoys sports and spending time outdoors, making it easy for candidates to connect on both a professional and personal level. Whether talking through career goals or sharing favorite teams, outdoor activities, or personal interests, Alex values creating genuine conversations that help build trust throughout the recruiting process.