Lead Electrical Engineer

Building on our past. Ready for the future
Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We're bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.
This position will be based on site in Greenville, SC.
Summary:
We seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support our projects in the aluminum industry. This position will focus on leading electrical engineering efforts for large-scale capital projects, ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and schedule targets. You will be responsible for overseeing the electrical design, layout, and execution of projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements while driving engineering excellence.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead electrical engineering design efforts for aluminum industry projects, including crushing, grinding, material handling, and refining processes.
• Oversee project teams, managing the work of engineers, designers, and drafters, and acting as the lead engineer.
• Develop and implement electrical engineering strategies, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and customer requirements.
• Prepare and review electrical design calculations, specifications, material requisitions, and technical bid evaluations.
• Manage and oversee the development of electrical layouts, ensuring optimal design efficiency and compliance with industry codes and standards.
• Liaise with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure all electrical engineering deliverables are executed as per project requirements.
• Ensure effective scope definition, progress control, and change management processes across multiple project phases.
• Provide technical expertise in procurement, construction, and commissioning activities, ensuring smooth project execution.
• Monitor project progress and resolve any electrical engineering issues or problems that arise, providing solutions based on industry best practices.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables meet Worley's high standards, as well as customer and regulatory expectations.
• Lead and mentor junior electrical engineers, contributing to their development and growth.
• Participate in project reviews, client meetings, and site inspections, providing support and guidance as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of electrical engineering experience, with experience in aluminum or similar heavy industries.
• Extensive experience in both greenfield and brownfield EPC/EPCM projects within the aluminum industry.
• Strong understanding of electrical design, layout engineering, and material handling systems specific to industrial projects.
• Familiarity with mechanical codes and standards applicable to the aluminum industry (ASME, ASTM, etc.).
• Experience using 3D mechanical design software (e.g., Aveva E3D, Smart 3D) and other relevant engineering tools.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and ensuring quality.
• Electrical Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in South Carolina or the ability to fast-track obtaining this certification.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Moving forward together
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We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.