Power Electrical and Controls Engineer at The Foth Companies in St Louis, MO | Kablio

Role

Description

power analysis

electrical design

qa/qc

design review

proposal development

field data

Engage directly in an industrial/manufacturing environment gathering field data and conducting field investigations, when required, for project work
Facilities electrical systems including HVAC, lighting, power, communications, security, fire, supervisory systems, emergency power generators and standby systems, etc.
Perform QA/QC of design packages and stamp
Lead design work, delegate appropriate efforts, and hold team members accountable
Develop and write proposals which will include concepts, scope of work, deliverables, effort hours, and estimated cost
Lead design reviews with the client and internal teams
Work as part of a collaborative project team integrated with partner contractors and client
Provide technical engineering design support for industrial projects electrical systems including medium (15 kV) & low voltage (600 VAC) power distribution
Design machine and process power distribution systems, facilities electrical and grounding systems and oversee installation
Lead the development of all project related documentation, schedules, and cost estimates
Electrical power analysis (utilizing SKM power tools for Windows, Easypower, etc.) to evaluate short circuit current, protective device coordination, arc flash & energy reduction designs, load studies, power factor correction and harmonics

Requirements

pe license

autocad

nec

power systems

10+ years

bsee

Professional Engineer license
Lightning suppression
Complete power systems analysis (short circuit, load flow, overcurrent coordination, arc flash analysis, power factor, ground system, harmonics, panel SCCR)
5+ years of experience with medium voltage (up to15 kV) & low voltage (up to 600 VAC) power distribution systems including utility services, campus distribution, substations, switchgear, transformers, panel boards, grounding systems (including ungrounded/high resistance), capacitor banks, CT metering, etc.
National Electrical Code and related codes & standards (NFPA 70, 70B, 70E, 79 and IEEE color books)
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering – Power System option or equivalent technical experience
10+ years of industrial electrical systems engineering design & analysis experience
Motor controls – low & medium voltage, full voltage, soft start, VFDs, motor control centers and power distribution panels and buses (moved from required to preferred)
Ability to travel for work up to 25% annually
15+ years of industry-relevant experience
AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

applicants who receive a written offer must undergo drug/alcohol testing for controlled substances within two business days.
foth will pay for drug testing conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory.

Company

Overview

Founded in 1968

Years in Business

The company has over five decades of experience in delivering engineering and construction services.

With a focus on client satisfaction, it offers tailored solutions across multiple sectors including industrial, energy, and infrastructure.
Its projects range from large-scale infrastructure improvements to cutting-edge energy solutions, demonstrating the versatility of its expertise.
The company is known for its deep understanding of complex systems, which allows it to tackle both small and large projects with precision.
With a long history of innovation, the company integrates advanced technology to meet the evolving needs of its clients.
Recognized for its collaborative approach, the company consistently partners with clients to achieve successful project outcomes.
The firm’s work spans nationwide, serving a variety of industries, with a focus on sustainability and long-term impact.

Culture + Values

4.5/5

Work-life balance rating

The company has a strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance with a high employee satisfaction score.

4.3/5

Management rating

The management team receives consistently high ratings from employees, reflecting effective leadership and support.

4.3/5

Culture rating

Employees rate the company culture highly, indicating a positive and engaging work environment.

Great flexibility

Member retention

The company is known for its flexibility and ability to retain members, fostering long-term relationships and commitment.

Entrepreneurial culture that supports new and innovative ideas, independent thinking as well as leadership opportunities.
Family‑like environment with clients and employees focused on relationship building.
Advanced in their practices and systems with strong emphasis on innovation and technology.
Employee‑owned structure fostering client‑focused, employee support and advancement.
Freedom to seek solutions to the clients’ challenges with expectation of self‑leadership and independence.

Environment + Sustainability

15 vs 20

Carbon Action Score

The company's carbon action score is below the industry average of 20, ranking it in the bottom 9% of competitors in business services.

100 million

Grants Secured

Through active project work, the company helped clients secure approximately $100 million in grants since 2024 for zero-emission port equipment.

Bottom 9%

Industry Ranking

The company ranks in the bottom 9% of competitors in business services based on carbon action scores.

2024

Recent Project Work

Active project work for zero-emission port equipment has been ongoing since 2024, helping clients secure grants.

Primary operations considered low intensity; US grid medium intensity
No public commitment yet to Science Based Targets Initiative, CDP, Climate Pledge or UN Global Compact
Experience helping clients deploy zero‑emission technology in infrastructure and planning
No stated net‑zero target date publicly available

Inclusion & Diversity

No official DEI strategy or data published on website or LinkedIn
No gender-related statistics (e.g., % women employees or leadership) publicly available
No evidence of specific diversity targets, initiatives or outcomes disclosed

Articles

Contact Foth

Safety at Foth

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Our Commitment to California

Role

Description

power analysis

electrical design

qa/qc

design review

proposal development

field data

Engage directly in an industrial/manufacturing environment gathering field data and conducting field investigations, when required, for project work
Facilities electrical systems including HVAC, lighting, power, communications, security, fire, supervisory systems, emergency power generators and standby systems, etc.
Perform QA/QC of design packages and stamp
Lead design work, delegate appropriate efforts, and hold team members accountable
Develop and write proposals which will include concepts, scope of work, deliverables, effort hours, and estimated cost
Lead design reviews with the client and internal teams
Work as part of a collaborative project team integrated with partner contractors and client
Provide technical engineering design support for industrial projects electrical systems including medium (15 kV) & low voltage (600 VAC) power distribution
Design machine and process power distribution systems, facilities electrical and grounding systems and oversee installation
Lead the development of all project related documentation, schedules, and cost estimates
Electrical power analysis (utilizing SKM power tools for Windows, Easypower, etc.) to evaluate short circuit current, protective device coordination, arc flash & energy reduction designs, load studies, power factor correction and harmonics

Requirements

pe license

autocad

nec

power systems

10+ years

bsee

Professional Engineer license
Lightning suppression
Complete power systems analysis (short circuit, load flow, overcurrent coordination, arc flash analysis, power factor, ground system, harmonics, panel SCCR)
5+ years of experience with medium voltage (up to15 kV) & low voltage (up to 600 VAC) power distribution systems including utility services, campus distribution, substations, switchgear, transformers, panel boards, grounding systems (including ungrounded/high resistance), capacitor banks, CT metering, etc.
National Electrical Code and related codes & standards (NFPA 70, 70B, 70E, 79 and IEEE color books)
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering – Power System option or equivalent technical experience
10+ years of industrial electrical systems engineering design & analysis experience
Motor controls – low & medium voltage, full voltage, soft start, VFDs, motor control centers and power distribution panels and buses (moved from required to preferred)
Ability to travel for work up to 25% annually
15+ years of industry-relevant experience
AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

applicants who receive a written offer must undergo drug/alcohol testing for controlled substances within two business days.
foth will pay for drug testing conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory.

Company

Overview

Founded in 1968

Years in Business

The company has over five decades of experience in delivering engineering and construction services.

With a focus on client satisfaction, it offers tailored solutions across multiple sectors including industrial, energy, and infrastructure.
Its projects range from large-scale infrastructure improvements to cutting-edge energy solutions, demonstrating the versatility of its expertise.
The company is known for its deep understanding of complex systems, which allows it to tackle both small and large projects with precision.
With a long history of innovation, the company integrates advanced technology to meet the evolving needs of its clients.
Recognized for its collaborative approach, the company consistently partners with clients to achieve successful project outcomes.
The firm’s work spans nationwide, serving a variety of industries, with a focus on sustainability and long-term impact.

Culture + Values

4.5/5

Work-life balance rating

The company has a strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance with a high employee satisfaction score.

4.3/5

Management rating

The management team receives consistently high ratings from employees, reflecting effective leadership and support.

4.3/5

Culture rating

Employees rate the company culture highly, indicating a positive and engaging work environment.

Great flexibility

Member retention

The company is known for its flexibility and ability to retain members, fostering long-term relationships and commitment.

Entrepreneurial culture that supports new and innovative ideas, independent thinking as well as leadership opportunities.
Family‑like environment with clients and employees focused on relationship building.
Advanced in their practices and systems with strong emphasis on innovation and technology.
Employee‑owned structure fostering client‑focused, employee support and advancement.
Freedom to seek solutions to the clients’ challenges with expectation of self‑leadership and independence.

Environment + Sustainability

15 vs 20

Carbon Action Score

The company's carbon action score is below the industry average of 20, ranking it in the bottom 9% of competitors in business services.

100 million

Grants Secured

Through active project work, the company helped clients secure approximately $100 million in grants since 2024 for zero-emission port equipment.

Bottom 9%

Industry Ranking

The company ranks in the bottom 9% of competitors in business services based on carbon action scores.

2024

Recent Project Work

Active project work for zero-emission port equipment has been ongoing since 2024, helping clients secure grants.

Primary operations considered low intensity; US grid medium intensity
No public commitment yet to Science Based Targets Initiative, CDP, Climate Pledge or UN Global Compact
Experience helping clients deploy zero‑emission technology in infrastructure and planning
No stated net‑zero target date publicly available

Inclusion & Diversity

No official DEI strategy or data published on website or LinkedIn
No gender-related statistics (e.g., % women employees or leadership) publicly available
No evidence of specific diversity targets, initiatives or outcomes disclosed

Articles

Contact Foth

Safety at Foth

Get to Know Your Water Pros

Our Commitment to California