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Electrical Lead 2

Location: Gridley, IL 61744

Contract- 15 Months

Client- Nicor Gas

Position Overview

The Electrical Lead 2 plays a key role in overseeing electrical construction, commissioning, and startup activities across major utility and industrial energy projects, including gas compression stations, LNG plants, and fossil/industrial power facilities. This position requires 10+ years of related experience or a 4-year degree in a relevant field, with strong expertise in construction, engineering design, operations, maintenance, and startup/commissioning of electrical systems.

The Electrical Lead ensures safety, quality, and reliability across all phases of project execution, from installation inspections to commissioning and turnover.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a safety-first culture in all field and project activities.
• Inspect electrical installations for compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes/standards.
• Support development of project execution plans, procedures, and schedules; monitor progress vs. requirements.
• Conduct and participate in project meetings: pre-bid, contractor orientation, safety (JSA), and status updates.
• Verify installation, testing, commissioning, and operations of industrial electrical devices, equipment, and distribution systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and operate systems during commissioning and startup phases.
• Evaluate vendor drawings, schematics, and project documentation; ensure as-built drawings and updates are complete and accurate.
• Coordinate with field engineers, contractors, vendors, and owners' representatives to resolve installation and performance issues.
• Ensure adherence to LOTO, Arc Flash, Arc Blast, and electrical safety standards during all tasks.
• Train, mentor, and support operations and maintenance staff as needed.
• May supervise other technicians, subcontractors, or client personnel.

Required Skills & Expertise

• Strong knowledge of industrial power & process plant distribution systems, including:
• Switchyards, switchgear, MCCs
• Transformers (power & distribution)
• Protective relays & control circuits
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Generators & motors
• Proficiency in installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical devices and controls.
• Familiarity with construction contracts, labor agreements, and quality standards.
• Adequate knowledge of OSHA standards, electrical codes, and environmental regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, vendor drawings, and operations manuals.
• Strong communication and leadership skills for interfacing with engineers, contractors, vendors, and plant staff.
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, or weekends as project demands require.
• Self-starter with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Required: 10+ years of related experience OR a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Experience:
  • Extensive experience in Construction, Plant Engineering, Operations/Maintenance, LNG Startup, or Gas Compression projects.
  • Proven field leadership during commissioning/startup in a utilities or industrial setting.