Electrical Engineer

Cushing Terrell; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushing Terrell is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical system design for architectural and engineering projects. You will collaborate with Project Managers to develop energy efficient, sustainable, and reliable concepts, and you will consult with clients to determine needs and budgets while defining functional requirements for new or renovated systems.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of experience, a PE license (or eligible by comity), and strong proficiency with Autodesk MEP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 10+ years of job-related experience is required.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (or ability to obtain by comity) in the state of the hiring Cushing Terrell office.
• Advanced knowledge of Autodesk MEP Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Outlook, Microsoft Office.
• Proven competence in electrical system design including lighting, power distribution, life safety analysis, and code compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drawings, specifications, and contract documents for contractors with accuracy.
• Act as Engineer-in-responsible-charge, make technical decisions, review and stamp construction documents.
• Prepare life cycle cost comparisons and represent client in bids and award processes.
• Develop client relationships and participate in firm-wide project interviews.
• Supervise project team members and ensure compliance with plans and schedules.
• Carry out on-site observation and administration of construction contracts.

Skills

Project coordination

Client relations

Leadership

Energy systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk MEP Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Outlook

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Senior Electrical Engineer

Position Description

This Electrical Engineering position involves working with Project Managers in developing energy efficient, sustainable, and reliable engineering system concepts for projects. This position has a demonstrated capability to conduct analyses of existing systems and develop engineering solutions. Senior engineers consult with the client to determine needs, wants, and budgets while determining the functional requirements of new or renovated systems. Engineers schedule projects and related workloads and represent Cushing Terrell in project meetings and assist in strategy meetings. This position checks drawings and prepares feedback for project team(s), directs activities of workers engaged in preparing drawings, and edits or writes specifications including coordination with outside consultants involved in the project.

Position Salary Range*

The expected salary range for this position is $100,000 to $117,000 annually.

Required Qualifications**

• Bachelor’s degree or higher education in Electrical Engineering
• 10+ years of job-related experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer (or ability to obtain by comity) in the state of the hiring Cushing Terrell office
• Advanced knowledge of Autodesk MEP Revit, Auto CAD, Bluebeam, Outlook, Microsoft Office
• Proven record of technical competence in areas of electrical system design including but not limited to: lighting systems and controls, power distribution systems including main distribution and separately derived systems, service calculations, arc fault, short circuit, and life safety analysis, with applicable codes and regulations
• Possess the skill set to prepare fee proposals and negotiate contracts
• Possess the necessary skill sets to prepare studies and reports
• Ability to administer construction contracts and conduct ‘on-site’ observation of work during construction to monitor plan compliance, including administration and review of addendums, substitutions, change orders, and submittals

Position Responsibilities***

• Maintain a working knowledge of process and issues affecting productivity and quality of contract documents and reports
• Prepare drawings, details, specification, and contract documents for contractors
• Act as Engineer-in-responsible-charge, including making technical decisions in their respective field, reviewing, stamping, and signing construction documents
• Prepare life cycle cost comparisons for system selection and represent the client in obtaining bids, and awarding construction contracts
• Develop positive external and internal client relationships and participate in project interviews for firm-wide projects
• Conduct project closeout and quality measurement investigation
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws
• Additional responsibilities may include interviewing and training, planning, assigning, directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems
• Other duties as assigned

Working at Cushing Terrell

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

Why Cushing Terrell

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, “design meets you.” Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole. We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide: https://cushingterrell.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/CushingTerrell_BenefitsGuide_2026_rev.pdf

Things to Note

• Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate’s years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
• The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.

Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.