Lead Electrical Engineer

SUMMARY

Seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer (PE) for an international electrical equipment manufacturer specializing in power distribution in Greenville, SC. This opportunity offers involvement in high-voltage, mission-critical electrical infrastructure projects within a stable, growing manufacturing environment. The role provides cross-functional exposure across sales, engineering, and production, along with hands-on involvement in product development, testing, and industry certification processes. Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and long-term growth potential are offered.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mix of hands-on engineering + customer-facing work (working with sales, reviewing specs, explaining technical solutions)
• Involvement in new product design / R&D alongside existing projects
• No direct reports initially, with potential to move into leadership
• Opportunity to mentor junior engineers and support team development
• Exposure to both technical execution and customer interaction (“best of both worlds”)
• Schedule: Standard hours (8–5 or 7–4), on-site (~40 hrs/week) with occasional travel
• Location: On-site in Gray Court, SC
• Relocation: will consider candidates who will have to relocate (sign-on bonus in lieu of relocation available)

REQUIREMENTS

• PE License (must-have)
• Experience in high voltage / power systems (transmission & distribution, switchgear, transformers)
• Strong knowledge of IEEE standards
• Relevant industry experience (companies like Siemens, Mitsubishi, ABB, Hitachi, GE, etc.)
• Ability to review specifications and communicate with customers