gpac
Lead Electrical & Automation Engineer - EPC Projects
gpac, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Job Description
Lead Electrical & Automation Engineer - EPC Projects
We are seeking an experienced
Lead Electrical & Automation (E&A) Engineer
to support large-scale
EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction)
projects within the
metals and minerals
industry. This role will lead the design, integration, and commissioning of electrical and automation systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations across major industrial plants.
Position Summary
As the Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of electrical power and automation/control systems on complex EPC projects-from front-end engineering through construction and commissioning.
Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and execution of
electrical power and automation/control systems
across all project phases: FEED, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
Develop, review, and approve engineering deliverables, including
single-line diagrams, I/O lists, instrumentation data sheets, control panel layouts , and
SCADA/DCS configurations .
Perform and review
electrical system studies , such as load flow, short-circuit analysis, protection coordination, and arc-flash evaluations.
Ensure compliance with all relevant codes and standards, including
NEC, IEC, IEEE, ISA , and others.
Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of
PLCs, DCS, SCADA , and
industrial network systems .
Interface with vendors and evaluate automation hardware/software,
MCCs, switchgear , and related electrical equipment packages.
Provide technical direction to contractors, junior engineers, and EPC partners.
Serve as the
client-facing technical lead
for all electrical and automation systems, resolving design and commissioning issues as they arise.
Support the implementation of
digitalization and smart plant technologies
to enhance system reliability and performance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in
Electrical Engineering ,
Automation , or
Control Engineering
(Master’s preferred).
15+ years of experience
in electrical and automation engineering, including
8+ years
on EPC projects in the
metals, mining , or
heavy industrial
sectors.
Proficiency with tools such as
ETAP ,
AutoCAD Electrical ,
Revit MEP , and automation programming platforms ( Siemens, Rockwell, ABB, Schneider , etc.).
Strong knowledge of
PLCs, DCS, SCADA , instrumentation, and industrial communication protocols like
Profibus, Modbus, and Ethernet/IP .
Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a track record of managing multidisciplinary teams and complex deliverables.
Physical Demands
Primarily office-based with frequent computer use.
Occasional walking, standing, bending, and lifting (up to 25 lbs).
Periodic site visits may involve exposure to construction conditions such as noise, dust, and weather.
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
may be required during site activities.
Benefits
Medical Insurance
HSA with Employer Contributions
Dental and Vision Insurance
Group and Voluntary Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Critical Illness Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Vacation
401(k) with Employer Match
APPLY TODAY! Don't miss out on this opportunity! All inquiries are confidential - send resume to mitchell.guerrieri@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Lead Electrical & Automation Engineer - EPC Projects
We are seeking an experienced
Lead Electrical & Automation (E&A) Engineer
to support large-scale
EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction)
projects within the
metals and minerals
industry. This role will lead the design, integration, and commissioning of electrical and automation systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations across major industrial plants.
Position Summary
As the Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of electrical power and automation/control systems on complex EPC projects-from front-end engineering through construction and commissioning.
Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and execution of
electrical power and automation/control systems
across all project phases: FEED, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
Develop, review, and approve engineering deliverables, including
single-line diagrams, I/O lists, instrumentation data sheets, control panel layouts , and
SCADA/DCS configurations .
Perform and review
electrical system studies , such as load flow, short-circuit analysis, protection coordination, and arc-flash evaluations.
Ensure compliance with all relevant codes and standards, including
NEC, IEC, IEEE, ISA , and others.
Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of
PLCs, DCS, SCADA , and
industrial network systems .
Interface with vendors and evaluate automation hardware/software,
MCCs, switchgear , and related electrical equipment packages.
Provide technical direction to contractors, junior engineers, and EPC partners.
Serve as the
client-facing technical lead
for all electrical and automation systems, resolving design and commissioning issues as they arise.
Support the implementation of
digitalization and smart plant technologies
to enhance system reliability and performance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in
Electrical Engineering ,
Automation , or
Control Engineering
(Master’s preferred).
15+ years of experience
in electrical and automation engineering, including
8+ years
on EPC projects in the
metals, mining , or
heavy industrial
sectors.
Proficiency with tools such as
ETAP ,
AutoCAD Electrical ,
Revit MEP , and automation programming platforms ( Siemens, Rockwell, ABB, Schneider , etc.).
Strong knowledge of
PLCs, DCS, SCADA , instrumentation, and industrial communication protocols like
Profibus, Modbus, and Ethernet/IP .
Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a track record of managing multidisciplinary teams and complex deliverables.
Physical Demands
Primarily office-based with frequent computer use.
Occasional walking, standing, bending, and lifting (up to 25 lbs).
Periodic site visits may involve exposure to construction conditions such as noise, dust, and weather.
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
may be required during site activities.
Benefits
Medical Insurance
HSA with Employer Contributions
Dental and Vision Insurance
Group and Voluntary Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Critical Illness Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Vacation
401(k) with Employer Match
APPLY TODAY! Don't miss out on this opportunity! All inquiries are confidential - send resume to mitchell.guerrieri@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.