Sr. Principal Electrical Design Engineer Location: Onsite –Moses Lake, WA (Relocation Available) Salary: $170, 000 –$220, 000+ (Based on experience, skills, and overall qualifications) About the Opportunity 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
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
10–15+ years of experience in industrial, manufacturing, or chemical processing environments
Strong expertise in:
Electrical power systems and distribution
Industrial controls, PLCs, and HMIs
Electrical design tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar)
Proven experience leading complex, large-scale electrical design projects
Deep knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and industry standards
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting greenfield plant builds or facility scale-ups
Background in energy, chemical, or electrochemical processes
Familiarity with hazardous area classifications (Class I, Div 1/2)
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
Why This Role
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, sustainable industrial technology
Direct impact on plant design, build, and long-term operations
High-visibility role within a rapidly growing organization
Competitive compensation, relocation support, and comprehensive benefits
Additional Information
This is an onsite role based in Moses Lake, WA
Compensation is flexible and will be determined based on experience, technical depth, and leadership capability
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