Lead Electrical Engineer Job in Cheswick, PA | Rotating Equipment & Advanced Motor Design
Location: Cheswick, PA
Position: Lead Electrical Engineer
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Electrical Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing
Lead Electrical Engineer Opportunity in Cheswick, Pennsylvania
ASC People is recruiting for an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to join a world-class engineering and manufacturing organization in the Pittsburgh area. This leadership position is ideal for an accomplished electrical engineer with expertise in rotating equipment, electric motors, generators, electromagnetic analysis, and advanced engineering design.
The successful candidate will lead engineering teams in the development, analysis, testing, and optimization of mission-critical rotating equipment while mentoring engineers, driving innovation, and delivering advanced electrical engineering solutions for demanding industrial and government applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and analysis of electrical systems for pumps, motors, generators, and rotating equipment.
- Direct engineering studies, detailed analysis, testing, and product development initiatives.
- Provide technical leadership and mentor electrical engineers across multiple engineering projects.
- Develop and evaluate Electromagnetic Finite Element Analysis (EMFEA) models to predict equipment performance.
- Create electrical system models for Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), transformers, excitation systems, and control systems.
- Lead engineering projects by developing schedules, estimating resources, and coordinating technical activities.
- Conduct engineering experiments, analyze results, and implement innovative design improvements.
- Prepare technical reports, engineering documentation, presentations, and design reviews.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, program management, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Support the continuous improvement of engineering processes and product performance.
Qualifications
- Master of Science in Electrical Engineering required; Ph.D. preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of electrical engineering experience involving rotating equipment.
- Strong knowledge of Electromagnetic Finite Element Analysis (EMFEA), system modeling, acoustics, or thermal analysis.
- Experience using engineering software including Ansys Maxwell, Simulink, MATLAB, Flux2D, RMXPRT, Mathcad, Simplorer, or similar electrical design tools.
- Experience leading engineering design teams and mentoring junior engineers.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and technical problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Competitive salary of $120,000 – $165,000 annually.
- Opportunity to lead advanced electrical engineering projects with cutting-edge technologies.
- Work alongside highly skilled engineering professionals in a collaborative environment.
- Lead the design and development of mission-critical rotating equipment.
- Mentor engineers and contribute to long-term engineering excellence.
- Excellent opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and technical innovation.
- Comprehensive benefits package including retirement, health, wellness, and paid time off.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is an experienced engineering leader who enjoys solving complex technical challenges while mentoring others and advancing innovative electrical engineering solutions. Success in this position requires deep expertise in rotating machinery, electromagnetic analysis, electrical system modeling, and technical leadership, along with the ability to guide multidisciplinary engineering teams toward successful project outcomes.
Apply for This Lead Electrical Engineer Position
If you are searching for a Lead Electrical Engineer job in Cheswick, PA, an Electrical Engineering leadership opportunity, or a career focused on rotating equipment, electric motor design, electromagnetic analysis, and advanced manufacturing, we encourage you to apply today.
ASC People connects experienced engineering professionals with employers throughout Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and across the United States. Submit your application today to be considered for this outstanding career opportunity.
Why Work with ASC People?
Unlike automated job boards, ASC People personally reviews every application. Our recruiters work directly with employers to match qualified professionals with opportunities that align with their technical expertise, leadership experience, and long-term career goals.
If this position is not the right fit, your application may also be considered for similar electrical engineering, product development, research and development, and engineering leadership opportunities.