Jobs Companies Coastal Wave Recruiting Sr. Principal Electrical Design Engineer

About this Sr. Principal Electrical Design Engineer role at Coastal Wave Recruiting

Coastal Wave Recruiting · Onsite · Moses Lake, United States

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

Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 10–15+ years of experience in industrial, manufacturing, or chemical processing environments
  • Strong expertise in electrical power systems and distribution
  • Experience with industrial controls systems, including PLCs and HMIs
  • Experience with electrical design tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar
  • Experience leading complex, large-scale electrical design projects
  • Deep knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and applicable industry standards

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Experience supporting greenfield plant builds or facility scale-ups
  • Background in energy, chemical, or electrochemical processes
  • Familiarity with hazardous area classifications, including Class I, Div 1/2
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation, relocation support, and comprehensive benefits
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About Coastal Wave Recruiting

At Coastal Wave Recruiting, our mission is to create lasting connections between exceptional talent and forward-thinking companies. We go beyond filling roles, focusing instead on building partnerships grounded in trust, alignment, and long-term success. By prioritizing quality, speed, and cultural fit, we help businesses ride the wave of opportunity while empowering professionals to thrive in the right environments.

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