Electrical Engineering Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

At Excel Engineering, we are the power behind our clients' processes.
 

We are a full-service engineering consulting firm specializing in electrical engineering, industrial automation, and power systems. For over 30 years, we've partnered with leading companies across industries to deliver solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and performance.

Our work spans sectors including life sciences, consumer goods, chemical, oil & gas, and utilities, giving our team the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects.

What sets us apart is our approach, we build long-term partnerships by understanding our clients' operations and acting as an extension of their team. If you're looking to grow your skills, take on meaningful challenges, and make a real impact, Excel Engineering offers the opportunity to do just that. 

Role Overview

• People Management: lead & inspire, mentor & coach, assist with talent acquisition & retention, manage personnel performance, perform regular performance reviews
• Project Execution: assign and plan resources, monitor project budgets, engage and monitor project stakeholders, and on occasion act as lead engineer on projects 
• Technical Expertise: ensure department processes, procedures and instructions are up to date and utilized, provide technical direction and support, resolve technical challenges, ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards and regulations
• Client Satisfaction & Project Sales: Regularly engage Clients to maintain relationships and communicate about systemic issues, solicit feedback from client stakeholders, assist with the development and submittal of proposals, identify and follow up on prospective project opportunities
• Strategic Alignment: Hold department meetings to identify, discuss and solve department issues, convey issues to management, align department initiatives with company annual and/or quarterly goals

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum of six (6) years or more of experience in electrical engineering design
• Supervisory or team lead experience is preferred
• Industrial electrical design experience in the following industries preferred: manufacturing, consumer goods, renewable energy, gas processing, chemical, and/or life sciences
• Expertise in National electrical Code (NEC), NFPA70E, and other applicable codes and standards
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is strongly preferred

Education

• B.S in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institute. Concentration in power preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

Skills Applicable to The Role

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in the organization in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills in English, both in words and in writing; ability to generate client communication correspondence and presentations
• Project and/or resource planning
• Project management
• Proposal and manhour estimate development
• Proficiency in SKM PowerTools, ETAP, PowerWorld or similar power system modeling software
• Proficiency with Schweitzer Electrical Laboratories, Basler and GE protection products and software
• Strong knowledge of MS Office
• Proficiency in AutoCAD

We offer...

Growth & Development: Ongoing continuing education, hands-on training, and opportunities to expand your skills.

Career Advancement Support: Assistance in earning professional certifications and pursuing further education.

Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with employer matching.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.

Wellness Focus: Access to programs designed to support your overall well-being.

Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and flexible work environment

Flexibility & Trust: A flexible schedule and work environment built around mutual trust and accountability.

Share the Talent, Share the Rewards: We value great people recommending great people, which is why our employee referral program is designed to reward you continuously

We offer a competitive salary and great benefits. At Excel Engineering, we're proud of our positive, high-performing culture where teamwork, continuous improvement, and a service-oriented mindset help us do our best work every day. If you enjoy a fast-paced and rewarding environment, you'll love being part of our team!  

Excel Engineering, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

We value diverse perspectives and believe they strengthen our work, our teams, and the solutions we deliver to clients. We encourage candidates from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in engineering to apply. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team at ExcelHR@exceleng.net.