Senior Electrical Engineer Job in Cheswick, PA | Rotating Equipment & Motor Design
Location: Cheswick, PA
Position: Senior Electrical Engineer
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Electrical Engineering & Manufacturing
Senior Electrical Engineer Opportunity in Cheswick, Pennsylvania
ASC People is recruiting for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join a growing engineering and manufacturing organization in the Pittsburgh area. This is an outstanding opportunity for an electrical engineering professional with expertise in rotating equipment, motors, generators, and electrical insulation systems who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges while leading technical development initiatives.
The successful candidate will support the design, analysis, testing, and continuous improvement of mission-critical rotating equipment used in demanding industrial and government applications. This role combines advanced engineering analysis, product development, manufacturing support, and technical leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and analyze electrical insulation systems for motors, generators, pumps, and rotating equipment.
- Lead engineering studies, testing, and validation of new and existing electrical insulation systems.
- Evaluate insulation performance through partial discharge, voltage endurance, thermal endurance, and related testing.
- Investigate and resolve complex electrical engineering and insulation system challenges.
- Develop engineering solutions to improve product performance, reliability, and service life.
- Support manufacturing teams by troubleshooting production-related electrical insulation issues.
- Create engineering documentation, reports, technical presentations, and design reviews.
- Coordinate engineering schedules and technical development projects.
- Collaborate with design engineers, manufacturing personnel, quality teams, and program management.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required.
- Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Chemistry is preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering focused on rotating equipment and insulation systems.
- Experience with electrical insulation system design, testing, and performance evaluation.
- Working knowledge of Electrostatic Analysis, Electromagnetic Finite Element Analysis (EMFEA), or Thermal Analysis.
- Experience using engineering software such as MATLAB, Simulink, QuickField, Flux2D, Mathcad, or similar design tools.
- Knowledge of IEEE standards, military specifications, and insulation qualification testing.
- Strong communication, technical documentation, and engineering leadership skills.
- 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 $99,000 – $143,000 annually.
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness benefits.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Learning, development, and leadership opportunities.
- Employee referral program and recognition initiatives.
- Opportunity to work on advanced rotating equipment and mission-critical engineering projects.
- Inclusive, collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a technically driven Senior Electrical Engineer who enjoys solving challenging engineering problems while mentoring others and advancing innovative technologies. Success in this role requires expertise in electrical insulation systems, rotating machinery, engineering analysis, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality products that exceed customer expectations.
Apply for This Senior Electrical Engineer Position
If you are searching for a Senior Electrical Engineer job in Cheswick, PA, an Electrical Engineering position near Pittsburgh, or a career focused on rotating equipment, electric motors, generators, insulation systems, and advanced manufacturing, we encourage you to apply today.
ASC People connects experienced engineers and technical 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, manufacturing engineering, product development, and research & development opportunities.