Senior Electrical Engineer

Location: Safford, AZ Salary: $97,000.00 USD Annually - $138,000.00 USD Annually Description: Senior Electrical Engineer
Location: Safford, Arizona
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $97,000-$138,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
Position Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer/Electrical Engineering Manager to provide technical leadership and engineering expertise at a large-scale industrial operation in southeastern Arizona. This role will serve as the primary electrical engineering subject matter expert for site projects, expansions, modifications, and operational improvements.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience with electrical engineering in a complex industrial environment, along with hands-on knowledge of PLCs, control systems, electronics, and radio communications. Leadership experience is highly preferred, as this position will oversee a small team.
What You'll Do

• Provide technical guidance and engineering expertise throughout all phases of electrical engineering projects.
• Lead and support electrical engineering projects focused on improving site safety, operational efficiency, cost controls, quality, and environmental performance.
• Review, investigate, and develop recommendations for complex engineering projects and site improvements.
• Serve as the electrical engineering SME for major site planning, construction, expansion, and modification projects.
• Manage engineering maintenance activities and complex capital projects.
• Provide technical guidance to site leadership regarding applicable engineering processes, practices, safety requirements, and regulatory considerations.
• Support strategic planning and budgeting for electrical engineering initiatives.
• Develop and evaluate Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) requests for capital projects.
• Evaluate and administer vendor and contractor agreements for engineering services and equipment when needed.
• Represent the site on engineering steering committees, task forces, and cross-functional teams.
• Lead and develop a team of electrical engineering professionals.
• Identify and implement new technologies, methods, and techniques to improve site operations.
• Promote a strong culture of safety and environmental stewardship.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline and at least 5 years of related engineering experience, or a Master's degree and at least 3 years of related experience.
• Experience with PLCs, control systems, electronics, and/or radio communications.
• Broad understanding of electrical engineering principles and practices, with the ability to work across mechanical and process engineering disciplines.
• Experience managing large, complex engineering or capital projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex technical information and develop sound recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in an industrial, manufacturing, mining, processing, utilities, or similarly complex operational environment is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and the ability to identify and address electrical and occupational hazards.
• Leadership, supervisory, or team-lead experience strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems, process controls, instrumentation, or automation.
• Experience supporting facility expansions, major modifications, construction, or capital improvement projects.
• Experience managing contractors, vendors, or engineering service providers.

Compensation & Benefits
The estimated annual base salary range is $97,000-$138,000, depending on experience, qualifications, skills, and other job-related factors. The position may also be eligible for additional discretionary and incentive compensation.
Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution/match
• Paid time off, sick time, and holidays
• Discounted insurance programs
• Internal career advancement opportunities
• Relocation assistance

Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is an opportunity to take a high-impact electrical engineering leadership role at a technologically advanced industrial operation. You will have significant influence over electrical engineering projects, site improvements, safety initiatives, and future expansion while leading a team and serving as the site's primary electrical engineering resource.
Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
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