Electrical Engineer

Stantec; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec seeks an experienced Electrical Designer/Engineer in Austin, TX, to lead electrical systems design for various building projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure code compliance, and mentor junior staff. A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience are required, along with strong communication skills and proficiency in Revit. The position offers full-time employment with opportunities for leadership and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of electrical design experience in building systems.
• Experience in sectors such as Commercial, Workplace, Mission Critical or Science & Technology preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering design efforts on multiple projects.
• Perform calculations and design building electrical systems.
• Coordinate with architectural and engineering disciplines.

Skills

Electrical design integration

Communication skills

Sustainable design principles

Revit proficiency

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AGi32

SKM

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Newforma Project Center

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

As an Electrical Designer/Engineer, you will lead and support the delivery of electrical systems across a diverse portfolio of building projects, ranging in size and complexity. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative, code‑compliant solutions from concept through construction.

This role provides the opportunity to take ownership of design elements, contribute to project planning and execution, and grow into increased leadership responsibilities. You will play a key role in ensuring technical excellence, coordination, and successful project delivery in a fast‑paced consulting environment.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering design efforts on multiple projects of varying complexity, including data collection and analysis to support design decisions
• Interpret drawings, codes, and applicable standards to inform design solutions
• Perform calculations and design building electrical systems, including lighting, photometrics, and power distribution studies using company standards and industry software
• Lead preparation and coordination of project specifications with construction documents
• Coordinate with architectural, interior, and other engineering disciplines throughout project execution
• Support project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule management
• Perform field investigations, site visits, and construction observations
• Lead project coordination meetings with internal teams, clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors
• Support development of electrical standards and specifications
• Mentor junior staff and serve as a technical resource to the team
• Perform other duties as assigned by project leadership

Capabilities and Credentials

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain licensure; Texas licensure is a plus
• Strong ability to integrate electrical design elements with other disciplines
• Solid knowledge of applicable building codes and industry standards
• Deep understanding of power distribution and lighting systems for building design
• Experience across sectors such as commercial, higher education, K‑12, mission critical, and/or industrial projects is a plus
• Ability to apply sustainable design principles
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Revit and familiarity with multidisciplinary coordination workflows
• Working knowledge of industry tools such as AGi32 (or equivalent), SKM (or equivalent), Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and Newforma Project Center
• Willingness to travel periodically based on project and client needs

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering required
• Minimum of 5 years of electrical design experience in building systems
• Experience in sectors such as Commercial, Workplace, Mission Critical, or Science & Technology preferred

Primary Location: United States | TX | Austin

Organization: 4010 Buildings-US ACQ PSP Austin BE-Austin TX

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 30/04/2026 09:04:23

Req ID: 1005677

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.