Principal Electrical Engineer

Meade is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. The Principal Electrical Engineer will lead complex electrical design efforts, serving as a technical authority and project leader while ensuring successful delivery of innovative and cost-effective solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Engineer of Record (EOR) for electrical design on major projects, setting technical direction and ensuring design excellence
• Perform and oversee complex electrical system design and calculations for power distribution, lighting, standby generation, and control systems
• Review, sign, and seal engineering drawings and specifications
• Provide quality assurance and technical oversight for submittals, RFIs, change orders, record drawings, and construction administration
• Conduct site observations, inspections, and participate in commissioning activities
• Develop and maintain technical standards, guidelines, and best practices for electrical design
• Write and edit equipment specifications, select systems and devices, and coordinate with other design disciplines
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring technical accuracy and on-time delivery
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineering staff
• Support business development and client engagement, including technical presentations and proposal input

Requirements:

• 8+ years of professional electrical engineering design experience in the construction industry
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (Electrical) required and in good standing
• Demonstrated experience acting as Engineer of Record (EOR) for electrical systems
• Proven experience leading electrical design for data centers, industrial facilities, commercial buildings, or similar large-scale projects
• Strong leadership skills with proven experience managing and mentoring engineering teams
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA Standards, NEC, and international and national building codes
• Advanced expertise in power distribution, standby and emergency systems, and generator control systems
• Demonstrated experience producing Protective Device Coordination and Arc Flash studies
• Strategic thinker with the ability to influence technical direction and support long-range organizational goals
• Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills
• Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD, BlueBeam, BIM, and Revit
• Proficiency with Medium Voltage equipment selection and specification preferred