The Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading the development of complete electrical design packages, including schematics, layouts, and bills of materials that meet manufacturing, regulatory, and client requirements. This role requires advanced technical knowledge of low- and medium-voltage electrical control equipment, as well as the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and client teams. As a senior member of the Engineering team, this individual will provide mentorship, technical guidance, and design leadership to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Location: This position is 100% onsite at our Belle Chasse, LA facility. We do not offer relocation assistance. You must have the ability to travel to our Bay St. Louis, MS occasionally. 

Accountabilities:

• Develop and deliver complete electrical design packages (schematics, wiring diagrams, layouts, and BOMs) for low- and medium-voltage control equipment.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, UL) as well as client specifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, mechanical engineering, and field service teams to resolve design challenges and improve reliability.
• Lead client-facing communication on technical issues, ensuring requirements are met and solutions are delivered professionally and on time.
• Partner with estimators to provide design input on job size, configurations, and feasibility to support accurate project quotes.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to research materials, evaluate new technologies, and develop design symbols.
• Provide technical support during production and client witness testing; troubleshoot wiring and control issues when needed.
• Mentor junior designers and engineers, supporting the department's continuous improvement of design standards, tools, and processes.
• Drive innovation by contributing to new product development and improvement projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge/Experience: 

• 3+ years of electrical engineering design with Switchgear in the marine, heavy industrial, and oil & gas industries.
• 1+ years of experience with electro-mechanical power system design, including low/medium voltage power distribution, motor control centers, controls integration, and arc flash protection.
• Experience with marine, oil and gas, or energy sector projects (preferred). 
• Understanding of generator controls, protective relays, short circuit/coordination studies, and complex system integration.
• Proficiency in design software: AutoCAD, Promis*E, and related electrical CAD tools. 
• Ability to read and understand client-supplied job specifications and one-line diagrams to create design criteria for project development. 
• Strong knowledge of applicable electrical standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, UL). 
• Familiarity with ERP/PLM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. 
• Ability to work on fast-paced, short-turnaround projects. 
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills with an emphasis on cost, safety, and quality. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to prepare technical documentation and present to internal teams and clients. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while also leading cross-functional collaboration. 
• Commitment to mentoring and developing junior team members.

Education 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) License, preferred.

Values 

• Safety Focus: Prioritize safety in all actions. Actively follow safety protocols, identify potential hazards, and take immediate steps to correct or report unsafe conditions. Model safe behavior for others and contribute to a culture of workplace safety. 
• Have Humanity: Respect the input and ideas of everyone to create the best possible outcome. 
• Be Transparent: Value transparency in all interactions, ensuring honesty and openness with each stakeholder.  
• Drive Innovation: Seek new ways to improve and take on new challenges.  
• Be Resilient: Adapt to the ever-evolving business needs enabled by resourcefulness and agility. 
• Always Reliable: Deliver on your commitments and achieve your goals. Show up to work on time and complete your assigned tasks. 
• Grit: Learn new things, actively seek feedback, and training. 
• Ownership Mindset: Take full responsibility for the quality and efficiency of your work. Proactively identify issues, offer solutions, and follow through. Treat company resources and goals as your own.  

MCG is an equal opportunity employer prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, and any other protected classes stated by applicable federal and state laws. MCG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).?