Power Electrical Senior Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a senior‑level Power Electrical Engineer to lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of industrial electrical and power distribution systems within a world‑class manufacturing environment. The role involves close collaboration with manufacturing, maintenance and multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure safe, reliable and compliant electrical operations.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement, maintain and upgrade industrial electrical systems and power distribution infrastructure.
• Conduct feasibility studies, technical evaluations, risk assessments, FMEA, design reviews and engineering validations.
• Develop and execute action plans for risk management, simulations, calculations, testing and equipment validation.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, start‑up, qualification and industrialisation activities.
• Ensure reliability, robustness, safety and regulatory compliance of all electrical systems and equipment.
• Manage engineering documentation, equipment records, change orders, obsolescence and compliance requirements.
• Monitor project cost, schedule, quality and technical requirements while supporting industrial engineering initiatives.
• Identify and drive continuous‑improvement, operational‑excellence and reliability enhancement opportunities.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, power distribution and high‑voltage equipment.
• Hands‑on experience in design, maintenance, troubleshooting and operational support of electrical distribution systems.
• Familiarity with risk assessment, FMEA, validation, testing and engineering problem‑solving.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Sinhala.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Required skills

• Industrial electrical system design
• Power distribution design and analysis
• Electrical distribution system maintenance and troubleshooting
• High‑voltage device handling and safety procedures
• Risk assessment (FMEA) and equipment validation
• Testing and commissioning of electrical equipment