Senior Electrical Engineer

Role Overview

• Lead the design and development of electrical construction plans, including layouts, details, and specifications.
• Engineer comprehensive building systems including lighting, power distribution, and specialty electrical systems.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams—architects, interior designers, civil engineers, and other building systems professionals.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Engage with clients, contribute to proposals, and support business development efforts.
• Perform complex analysis, calculations, design, evaluation and inspection for a specific area of technical expertise which includes Electrical Power and Lighting.
• Utilize Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD software to complete construction drawings. Also, use Revit as an engineering tool to design the electrical systems including device layout, power circuiting, lighting design, panel schedules, etc.
• Review project requirements and specifications and confer with other disciplines and managers to determine assistance required in plan preparation, evaluation of project conditions, design changes and reports.
• Front-facing with clients. Perform client and project needs assessments, determine and discuss potential solutions, and ensure satisfactory customer service. Also, attend project meetings to present design concepts and make adjustments to meet client requirements.
• Prepare and present technical and program information to team members, management, and clients in a clear and logical manner.
• Complete design tasks by detailing the scope of work, conducting the analysis, inspecting the site, reviewing the requirements to assure the quality of the assigned task.
• Coordinate or perform field work to gather data and materials.
• Maintain a working knowledge of government, military and industry criteria and standards.
• Perform quality control procedures such as reviewing project deliverables prior to client submissions also performing an internal technical review of other engineers’ designs.
• Create a good line of communication with both internal and external customers.
• Edit and review technical specifications and prepare a written narrative as part of the project deliverables.
• Review shop drawings and submittals, answer RFI’s and perform site visits as needed during the construction phase.
• Prepare design fees for project managers or contractors as required as part of proposal or RFP process.
• Experience with Telecommunications, Electronic Security Systems, Intercom, Public Address, Audiovisual, and additional special systems preferred.

Requirements

• Proven experience in designing building electrical systems across a variety of project types.
• Strong technical skills and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to lead projects and contribute to strategic growth.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years of related experience required for this position.
• Professional engineering (PE) license required.
• Experience in building electrical design.
• Experience with the National Electrical Code and basic power calculations.
• Familiarity with government, client, and industry local codes, regulations, and standards governing design and construction projects.
• Knowledge of SKM and/or Easy Power software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) and PDF software such as Adobe or Bluebeam.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits