Electrical Engineer P.E.

Josh Pros LLC; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Josh Pros LLC in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer to serve as Senior Electrical Engineer and Engineer of Record for South Florida projects. This leadership role requires signing and sealing of construction documents and ensuring electrical integrity for large-scale commercial, residential, and institutional developments.

You will lead design of power distribution, backup generation, lighting control, and fire alarm systems; perform high-level studies (Arc Flash,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE/MSEE).
• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Florida is mandatory.
• 8–12+ years in MEP consulting with a focus on building systems.
• Advanced expertise in Revit MEP and AutoCAD; proficiency in SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower.
• Expert-level knowledge of NEC, Florida Building Code, and NFPA standards.

Responsibilities

• Engineer of Record: take ultimate responsibility for electrical designs with signed and sealed drawings for permitting and construction in Florida.
• Lead Design: oversee power distribution, backup generation, lighting control, and fire alarm integration.
• Technical Analysis: conduct high-level studies (Arc Flash, Short Circuit, Coordination) using SKM/ETAP.
• Project Oversight: manage projects from client briefing to commissioning, ensuring budgets and deadlines.
• Quality Control: perform peer reviews for coordination and design integrity.
• Client Liaison: serve as primary technical contact for architects, developers, and officials.

Skills

Leadership experience

Project management

Code familiarity NEC/Building Code

Education

BSEE/MSEE in Electrical Engineering

P.E. license in Florida

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

SKM

ETAP

EasyPower

Job description

About this role

• Client: A client in the MEP engineering consulting industry
• Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
• Work mode: On-site
• Work authorization: US Citizen/Permanent Resident
• Relocation: Not available
• Openings: 1

Role Overview

The client is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) to serve as a Senior Electrical Engineer and Engineer of Record for our South Florida projects. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring a mix of advanced technical design, project management, and official sealing/signing of construction documents. You will be responsible for ensuring the electrical integrity of large-scale commercial, residential, and institutional developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineer of Record: Take ultimate responsibility for electrical system designs, providing signed and sealed drawings for permitting and construction in the State of Florida.
• Lead Design: Oversee the design of complex power distribution, backup generation (NEC 700/701), lighting control systems, and fire alarm integration.
• Technical Analysis: Conduct and review high-level engineering studies, including Arc Flash, Short Circuit, and Coordination studies (using SKM or ETAP).
• Project Oversight: Lead projects from initial client briefing through final commissioning, ensuring budgets, codes, and deadlines are met.
• Quality Control: Perform rigorous peer reviews of MEP sets to ensure interdisciplinary coordination and zero-conflict designs.
• Client Liaison: Act as the primary technical point of contact for architects, developers, and municipal building officials.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE/MSEE).
• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Florida is mandatory.
• Experience: 8–12+ years in MEP consulting with a focus on building systems.
• Software Proficient: Advanced expertise in Revit MEP and AutoCAD; proficiency in electrical modeling software (SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower).
• Code Mastery: Expert-level knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), Florida Building Code, and NFPA standards.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with High-Rise Residential or Healthcare (AHCA) projects in Florida.
• LEED AP or RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) certification.
• Strong leadership background with experience mentoring EITs and junior designers.

Josh Pros is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to citizenship or immigration status.

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