Lead Electrical Engineer

Lead Electrical Engineer Gradiant Corporation Houston, United States Posting Start Date: 10/20/26 Date format: mm/dd/yy Function: Engineering Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to join our Operations team to execute Local projects in the USA. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of relevant experience, with a preference for those who have worked in water / wastewater treatment industry, EPC environment, international project experience and possess a deep understanding Electrical and associated controls engineering. The role requires exceptional Engineering skills, including the ability to review documents/drawings from Gradiant Global Engineering Center in India and/or from outsourced Engineering consultants, interface with all other disciplines, coordination with Project Engineering Manager, and lead design review with Clients. Responsibilities - Engineering execution for water and wastewater treatment projects in the USA. - Working as a Lead Engineer in the engineering department, shall primarily work directly on performing Electrical engineering related to the project business under the direction of the Project Engineering Manager. - Applying procedures and protocols that will enhance the quality, efficiency and repeatability of engineering activities. - Ensure that engineering is completed accurately within schedule and budget. - Receive the basic process design from the proposals / sales team. - Support P&IDs preparation based on customer requirements - Supervise / review basic Engineering, detailed Engineering based on customer and other disciplines design requirements. - Confirm compliance with customer specifications requirements. - Design according to local rules, regulations, and guidelines. - Design submission to relevant authorities and follow up thoroughly for approval such as PE approval. - Coordinate / interface with various disciplines to make sure Electrical engineering meets process, civil, structural, mechanical, piping, Inst & Control requirements. - Oversee review of vendor quotations and selection of vendors. - Oversee and carry out review of Electrical Services (HT/LT etc.) design and documents such as Single Line Diagram (SLD), MCC, Transformers, electrical calculation, datasheets, Distribution Panels, Load list, cable schedule, cable datasheets, cable routing, Motors, Heaters, etc. - Support FAT activities. - Liaise with clients on technical aspects, making justifications as necessary for design direction. - Lead in internal and external design reviews. - Collaborate with QA/QC, and Construction Manager. - Support during commissioning. - Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental policies and regulations throughout the project lifecycle. Requirements - BS Degree in Engineering (Electrical or Equivalent) - Minimum 10+ years' experience in Electrical Engineering - Minimum 3+ years' experience as Lead Engineer - Knowledge in engineering of entire electrical system design - Water and wastewater treatment experience is preferred. - Proficiency in computer skills like MS Office, basic 3D models review at high level. - Detail engineering of complex/ skid-based /module-based treatment / stick-built systems/plants. - Familiar with industry related standards and specifications - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with all levels of management. - Ability to travel as required for project needs. - Experience working in a multicultural environment and in an international business.