Experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer (PE Preferred)We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a highly motivated engineer who enjoys solving challenging problems, working on a variety of projects, and partnering directly with clients to design and implement practical solutions.
At aeSolutions, engineers work across a diverse portfolio of projects with meaningful client interaction, strong technical collaboration, and the stability of a well-established organization serving critical industries throughout the Southeast and beyond.
What You'll DoAs an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer, you will lead and support electrical and control system projects from concept through implementation. Your typical week will be spent supporting a variety of projects by:
- Developing electrical and control system designs for industrial facilities
- Designing and reviewing control enclosures, power distribution systems, network architecture, and field installations
- Selecting field instrumentation and developing associated wiring and installation requirements
- Reading, modifying, and troubleshooting PLC and HMI applications as required during project execution and testing
- Developing and executing verification and test plans for internal and field testing activities.
- Producing and reviewing engineering deliverables including calculations, drawings, specifications, and project documentation
- Ensuring designs comply with applicable industry codes, standards, and client requirements
- Evaluating code requirements and applying engineering judgment to achieve compliant and practical solutions
- Participating in client meetings, site visits, startup activities, and field support efforts.
- Supporting proposal development and assisting with business development activities as needed
- Representing aeSolutions professionally while working with clients, vendors, and project teams
QualificationsRequired
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- 7+ years of relevant electrical engineering and industrial controls experience
- Experience with low-voltage power distribution design
- Experience with field instrument selection, application, and wiring design
- Ability to review, interpret, and apply applicable industry codes and standards, including NFPA requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred
- Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.
- 7-12 years of experience in industrial automation, controls, instrumentation, or electrical system design.
- Experience with critical systems such as:
- Boiler systems
- Burner management systems
- Fire and gas systems
- Experience supporting industrial manufacturing facilities.
- Experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering efforts.
- Experience conducting field investigations, startup support, or commissioning activities.
What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?The ideal candidate will bring experience in:
- Low-voltage power distribution design
- Instrumentation selection and field wiring design
- Reviewing, interpreting, and applying engineering codes and standards to achieve compliant solutions
- Successful candidates are comfortable working across a variety of projects and adapting quickly as priorities change. They enjoy balancing office-based engineering work with client interaction and occasional field activities.
Travel & Working Conditions- Up to 35% travel (valid driver's license required)
- Occasional work in manufacturing, industrial, and construction environments
- Site visits may involve exposure to varying environmental conditions
- Most client travel is concentrated within the Southeastern United States, with occasional travel outside the region
Why Join aeSolutions?- Stable, growing company with a strong reputation in process safety and automation
- Opportunity to work on a broad variety of projects rather than long-term assignments on a single site
- Collaborative team environment with direct access to experienced technical leaders
- Exposure to multiple industries and client environments
- Meaningful project ownership and client interaction
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, & Vision insurance
- HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA options
- Mental health & counseling benefits through our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their family members
- Company-provided Employee Life and Disability Coverage with buy-up options
- 401(k) retirement plan with Roth or Traditional options and company contribution
- 1-on-1 retirement planning and financial advice for all stages of life
- Flexible paid time off accrual program
- Flex-time schedules, Half-Day Fridays, & Office, Hybrid, and Remote work options
- Incentive bonus programs, including for performance, professional development, employee referrals, repeat business, and more
- Resources and support for career and skills development, including a Learning Management System with access to thousands of high-quality learning courses, and a peer-to-peer Coaching Program
