Senior Facilities Electrical Engineer

Title: Senior Facilities Electrical Engineer

Key Accountabilities:

• Work with the Sr. Manager for Facilities and Maintenance to deliver the department objectives.
• Plan, coordinate, deliver and oversee the installation and maintenance of electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, HVAC controls, fire alarm systems, and backup power systems.
• Plan, coordinate, deliver and oversee planned preventive maintenance (PPM), Fixed Electrical Testing (FET), Infrared Testing (IR) and reactive maintenance on HV and LV electrical systems.
• Manage capital projects related to facility electrical upgrades, expansions, and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues to minimize downtime and ensure plant reliability.
• Perform load calculations, short-circuit analysis, arc flash assessments, and system capacity planning.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA, OSHA).
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance plans for electrical systems and equipment.
• Lead and support energy management and sustainability programs.
• Coordinate with external vendors, contractors, and utility companies as needed.
• Develop framework contracts and Service Level Agreements for external Service Providers.
• Oversee and assess work performance of external service providers.
• Maintain accurate documentation of electrical systems and facility drawings, including one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and maintenance records.
• Provide technical support to maintenance and operations teams during equipment installation, upgrades, or modifications.
• Participate in safety programs, risk assessments, and facility audits.
• Support implementation and delivery of the company Health & Safety Standards which will include taking the role of Responsible Person (RP) or Assistant RP for specified activities.
• Be the campus Subject matter expert in all electrical topics, manage and sign off electrical training requirements for the maintenance team and ensure policy changed are communicated effectively to relevant employees.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and areas for improvement.
• Provide input into the continuous improvement of maintenance systems and processes.
• Own and manage the Campus PV systems, EV systems and operate/maintain the onsite Microgrid.
• Own and assist with reporting activities for both internal and external management and stakeholders.
• Develop, coordinate, and maintain critical a spares inventory, ensuring relevant spares are available for critical assets.
• Function as a liaison when collaborating with other professionals including structural engineers, builders, architects, surveyors, and in-house project teams.
• Attend project group and technical meetings.
• Assist with ensuring the security of employees, and capital assets, within the organization by providing strategic direction, tactical management, emergency planning, and disaster recovery strategies for electrical systems.
• Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility, and live the letter and the spirit of the MTU Integrity Code
• Perform special projects as required.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, with minimum 3 years of experience in industrial or manufacturing facilities, with a strong focus on electrical systems.
• “Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.”

Preferred:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification
• Excellent understanding of electrical power systems, including 12,470V, 480V and low-voltage controls.
• Familiarity with electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM Power Tools).
• Knowledge of PLCs, motor controls, and industrial automation systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and project management skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Good people skills and the ability to work effectively with others.
• Good oral, written and presentation communication skills.
• Proficient with a PC, CAD software and MS Office Suite

Work Conditions

Daily work is performed in an office and general manufacturing environments. This position has a traditional work schedule that requires five (5) eight (8) hour days during a Monday through Friday work schedule, may require occasional overtime, weekend work, or on-call support.

Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference. 
 

30 Jan 2026; 00:01$90,985 - $136,477-AnnuallyGraniteville, SC

Benefits

The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls-Royce provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.
 

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically-advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.