Electrical Project Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Project Engineer or Electric Project Manager
Location: Lebanon IN
Work Type: Hybrid (4 days onsite)
Job Type: Contract (3 years)
Rate: $80/hr on W2 $90-95/hr on Lorien Global W2

Notes:

• US Citizen only
• Locals or those who could relocate
• 2 Interviews (Both Virtual)
• Pharma experience big plus and looking for it
• I have exclusive relationships with the managers on these roles so if you send good candidates I can guarantee fast interviews but please do not send me fake candidates or is super over done resumes that a recruiter has obviously rewritten
• LinkedIn needed

Role Summary:

The Senior Electrical Project Engineer will lead the electrical scope for a large-scale pharmaceutical capital project. This role requires strong project management leadership combined with deep electrical engineering expertise. The candidate will act as the owners representative ensuring quality safety and compliance while driving schedule and cost performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage the electrical scope for the entire site including high and low voltage systems power distribution lighting lightning protection and automation/control systems.
• Provide leadership in mega project execution ensuring adherence to project goals timelines and budget.
• Develop and manage detailed schedules using Primavera P6 and cost/risk/change management tools (Lilly UA Unifier Accelerator).
• Apply Fluor guidelines for project execution and compliance.
• Oversee commissioning activities ensuring proper sequencing of tests and safe-to-operate conditions.
• Collaborate with construction managers agencies and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution.
• Maintain rigorous quality and risk management practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support procurement and vendor management for major electrical equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes standards and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience:
  • 10 years in electrical engineering and project management for large-scale capital projects ($50M scope).
  • Proven experience in brownfield projects preferred.
  • Pharmaceutical or regulated industry experience strongly desired; medical device experience acceptable.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong project management skillset (scheduling cost control risk management).
  • Proficiency in Primavera P6 cost/risk/change management tools (Unifier) and commissioning processes.
  • Understanding of electrical system testing sequencing and commissioning activities.
• Certifications:
  • OSHA 30 preferred.
  • PE License desirable.

Preferred Attributes:

• Goal-oriented strong sense of ownership and ability to drive scope independently.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage quality and risk proactively.