Associate Electrical Engineer

PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 128,700 - 181,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus

Employer paid health insurance

27 days PTO

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC is seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer in San Francisco to lead project execution and coordination. This role focuses on ensuring project delivery aligns with client specifications, budget, and schedule, while enhancing team communication and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, at least 10 years of relevant experience, and a credential such as PE. PAE offers a hybrid work environment and a comprehensive benefits package including performance bonuses and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industry experience required.
• Must have relevant professional credential (PE, etc.).
• Significant experience in a management or leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams and manage budgets effectively.
• Ensure project delivery aligns with scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and present to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Technical skills in Revit/AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Position Summary

PAE is looking for an Associate Electrical Engineer in our San Francisco office to lead the day‑to‑day execution of PAE projects, serving as the central point of coordination across disciplines, clients, and internal teams. The PM ensures project delivery aligns with scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining a strong focus on client satisfaction, team communication, and technical quality. The PM plays a critical role in maintaining project momentum, identifying and mitigating risks, tracking progress against goals, and ensuring a smooth, responsive experience for both clients and project teams. As a leader and collaborator, the PM fosters a positive project culture, upholds PAE standards, and supports the development of team members throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Project team leadership and budget management. May be responsible as a Project Manager with approval.
• Technical leadership of PAE’s design scope as Lead Engineer. May be responsible as Engineer of Record (EOR) with approval.
• Leadership of multi‑discipline engineering projects from concept through completion.
• Active engagement in PAE’s success.
• Track and measure performance against goals.
• Effectively communicate design options to a diverse stakeholder group.
• Complete the project within the budget and schedule.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Present to clients, staff and at industry events.
• Provide mentorship, training and development for staff.
• Update company standards and improve company processes.
• Enforce the project quality management plan (QMP).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering for discipline work.
• 10+ years of industry experience.
• Relevant professional credential within discipline (PE, etc.).
• Must have significant experience in a management or leadership role.
• Inspire and motivate staff.
• Effective leadership and people skills.
• Lead and manage projects successfully and profitably.
• Serve as a senior technical resource for the company.
• Project leadership skills including billing, reporting, resource allocation and scheduling.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Revit/AutoCAD.

Benefits

Hiring Base Salary Range: $128,700-$181,800 annually.

The salary range is one component of PAE’s total compensation package for employees. We take into consideration a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, internal equity and geographic work location in determining final salary. At PAE, roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, year‑end performance bonus, dividend and ownership bonuses. The above range represents PAE’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

In addition, PAE offers a comprehensive management benefits package which includes the following:

• Performance Bonus based on the profits of the firm
• Opportunity to participate in PAE stock ownership
• Estimated year‑end dividend
• Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 27 days of PTO per year
• Annual 401(k) profit sharing based on company profit for the year
• Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
• Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
• Cell phone stipend
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Hybrid work schedule
• Employee Assistance Program
• 9 paid holidays including an additional employee‑selected day off
• Paid time off for sick leave, family leave and community service

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at PAE will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. PAE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical characteristics historically associated with race, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.