Senior Electrical & Controls System Engineer

Dudek is a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments. They are seeking a Senior Electrical & Controls System Engineer to lead the design and development of electrical and control systems for water and wastewater facilities, overseeing project phases and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of complex engineering analyses, simulations, and model-based assessments
• Design low- to medium-voltage (120V–15kV) power distribution systems in compliance with NEC and other codes
• Independently develop electrical drawings and documentation, including single-line diagrams, power & lighting plans, conduit block diagrams, panel schedules, and schematics
• Independently design electrical systems, including utility service, power distribution, motor controls, standby power systems, electrical room layouts, power plans, lighting, and grounding
• Independently perform electrical load calculations, voltage drop, short circuit analysis, and equipment sizing
• Design instrumentation and control systems including P&IDs, instrumentation, PLCs, SCADA, and communication networks (fiber, copper, radio)
• Define and document hazardous areas per NFPA 820 and NEC 500
• Edit guide technical specifications for electrical, instrumentation, and control systems to be project specific
• Support construction with shop drawing reviews, RFIs, field inspections, and commissioning
• Optimize technical workflows and methodologies to improve project efficiency and accuracy
• Oversee complex project phases, ensuring technical accuracy, budget adherence, and schedule compliance
• Manage highly technical project components and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate engineering solutions
• Direct, review, and provide guidance on engineering work performed by junior and mid-level staff to ensure quality and consistency
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and follow Dudek CAD and design guideline requirements and standards
• Ensure all technical work complies with applicable industry codes, regulatory requirements, and client standards
• Conduct quality control reviews and troubleshoot complex technical challenges
• Provide expert-level recommendations to optimize project design, performance, and constructability
• Serve as a subject matter expert for complex engineering concepts, methodologies, and design approaches
• Mentor and train junior engineers to strengthen team technical capabilities
• Contribute to the development of internal technical guidance, standards, and best practices for the organization
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering models, workflows, and analytical tools
• Research and implement emerging technologies to enhance engineering efficiency and project outcomes
• Participate in internal knowledge sharing initiatives, technical workshops, and process improvements
• Provide technical expertise in support of proposals, project pursuits, and client meetings
• Develop technical scopes of work and cost estimates for complex project tasks
• Present technical research, case studies, or project findings at industry conferences or professional events, as appropriate

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 10 + years of progressive electrical, instrumentation, and control systems engineering experience with demonstrated technical depth for water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, storage, conveyance systems, system evaluations, and condition assessments
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate in California or another U.S. state
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
• Proficient with AutoCAD producing EI&C contract drawing packages
• Advanced knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70, NFPA 820, and relevant codes and standards
• Strong experience designing low-voltage (120V–480V) power systems for water/wastewater facilities in compliance with NEC, including drawings and specifications, with minimal supervision
• Experience developing P&IDs, controls, and communication networks using reference designs with little to no supervision
• Independently review electrical, instrumentation, and controls shop drawings and submittals and provide engineering support during construction
• Excellent communication, time management, and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage work across multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Valid driver's license and active auto insurance
• Electrical Professional Engineer (PE) license in California, Arizona or another U.S. state, with the ability to obtain an Electrical PE license in California with six months of hire
• Strong experience designing low and medium-voltage (120V–15kV) power systems for water/wastewater facilities in compliance with NEC, including drawings and specifications, with minimal supervision
• Experience developing P&IDs, controls, communication networks, telemetry communication systems and SCADA systems with little to no supervision
• Proficiency with advanced engineering and analysis software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SKM Power Tools, Bluebeam Revu 21 or similar tools
• Demonstrated expertise in complex technical modeling, simulations, or advanced data analysis
• Proven ability to manage technical aspects of projects and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong quality control and technical review experience
• Experience mentoring and developing engineers within a consulting or professional services engineering team