Electrical Engineer

Jobot; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to lead and manage large-scale electrical design projects from our Minneapolis office, with hybrid flexibility across the region.

You will guide electrical teams, coordinate with design staff, and ensure quality and code compliance. A PE license and 15+ years of experience are expected; Revit, SKM, and EasyPower skills are essential.

The role offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package with generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and PE license.
• 15+ years leading electrical design for large-scale projects.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA codes and IECC/ASHRAE standards.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate project requirements, define scope, budget, and staffing needs.
• Develop electrical design scopes based on reviews and client meetings.
• Create schematic designs and analyze performance of existing systems.
• Communicate complex analyses to clients and teams.
• Document conditions, troubleshoot, and resolve design challenges.
• Coordinate with code officials for interpretations.
• Prepare engineering cost estimates and review contractor estimates.
• Perform load analyses, lighting and power distribution calculations.
• Mentor junior design staff and maintain standards.

Skills

Electrical design leadership

Project management

Client communication

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit for electrical design

SKM

EasyPower

Job description

Job details:

National interdisciplinary firm looking for mechanical and electrical engineers to join our Minneapolis and Milwaukee office - amazing hybrid flexibility, above average PTO, company vested 401k plan

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

As an award-winning, integrated architecture, engineering, and planning firm, we are seeking a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to lead and manage large-scale projects and electrical teams both locally and across the country.

If you’re highly organized, an effective communicator in both team environments and client-facing settings, and passionate about delivering high-quality design, this could be an exciting opportunity for you to take the next step in your career. Strong leadership and collaboration skills are essential to thrive in this role.

Why join us?

• Robust benefits program
• Annual Bonuses
• Shareholder bonus program
• 401k - company adds in 3% (employee does not have to contribute anything to get this)
• Roll over PTO
• Parental Leave

In this role, you will

• Evaluate project requirements, break down tasks, and collaborate with the design team to define scope, budget, and staffing needs.
• Develop electrical design scopes based on preliminary reviews and client meetings.
• Conduct engineering studies and create schematic designs for new systems, as well as analyze and evaluate the performance of existing systems.
• Clearly communicate complex engineering analyses to clients, owners, and design teams.
• Document existing conditions, perform detailed troubleshooting, and resolve complex challenges such as conflicting design requirements, code compliance issues, and difficult site constraints.
• Research unique or ambiguous code issues and coordinate with code officials to obtain interpretations.
• Create system schematics and sketches for advanced design solutions.
• Prepare engineering cost estimates for electrical systems and review contractor estimates for accuracy.
• Perform detailed calculations for electrical systems, including whole building load analysis, lighting and power distribution, equipment sizing, and contribute to specifications and punch lists.
• Review design documents to ensure they meet company and industry standards.
• Build and maintain a strong understanding of construction processes and delivery methods.
• Support the growth and development of junior design staff by serving as a technical resource and mentor.

What you’ll need to succeed in this role:

• 15+ years of experience leading electrical design for corporate, higher education, or performing arts projects
• Proven background with an MEP engineering firm or integrated A/E firm, specializing in electrical design
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Active professional engineering license (PE)
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA codes and applicable local, state, and federal regulations
• Familiarity with IECC, LEED, and ASHRAE standards and their application to sustainable design
• Proficiency in Revit for electrical design documentation
• Experience with electrical analysis tools such as SKM and EasyPower
• Awareness of current sustainable technologies relevant to commercial electrical system design

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.