Electrical Engineer – Sr. Project Manager

Farnsworth Group Inc.; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager for their electrical engineering team. This role involves managing projects that encompass lighting, power systems, and communications across various sectors, including commercial and healthcare. The ideal candidate will have over a decade of experience in building electrical design, a strong foundation in project management, and the ability to mentor and lead a talented team. With a commitment to work-life balance and a collaborative culture, this opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact while growing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short & Long-Term Disability

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Professional Development and Training

Paid Time Off

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Pet Insurance Plan

Hybrid Work Program

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical design and project management.
• Professional Engineer License (PE) required.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and ensure quality for electrical systems.
• Develop and mentor staff, establish budgets, and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Building Electrical Design

Project Management

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

Position: Electrical Engineer – Sr. Project Manager

Location: Champaign, IL

Job Id: 2838

# of Openings: 1

Join us and grow your career with a certified Great Place to Work for the last nine years running. We are a team of Engineers, Architects, Surveyors, and Scientists committed to making meaningful contributions to the world around us. Our quest for excellence goes beyond the ordinary; we seek extraordinary people who want to showcase their talents and join us in making a difference for our clients and communities. You will be part of a collaborative group that champions your career and passions, embraces challenges, understands the importance of work-life balance, and shares our commitment to making a positive impact through your work.

Farnsworth Group is seeking an Electrical Engineer – Sr. Project Manager in one of the below posting locations. This key position will serve as a project manager for the local electrical engineering team supporting local and nationwide clients. Qualified candidates must have solid technical experience with the preparation of electrical construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and construction administration. The ability to develop and mentor staff, collaborate with other disciplines, establish and maintain budgets, and work in partnership with leadership throughout the Company is essential. Job duties include managing projects and providing quality assurance for lighting, power systems, fire alarm, communications, and data. Project types will involve commercial, governmental, healthcare, educational, and industrial facilities.

Posting Location(s) for this role: Belleville, Champaign, Normal, Peoria, or Springfield, IL; or St. Louis, MO

Specific Requirements include:

• BS in Electrical Engineering related to the Building Construction Industry
• Licenses/Registrations: Professional Engineer License (PE) required
• 10+ years of Building Electrical and Lighting Design experience
• Project Management experience in building power systems, lighting, fire alarm, communications, and data
• Application knowledge of electrical, building, and energy codes is desired
• Provide direction to Designers and CAD Technicians
• Strong verbal and writing skills
• Strong background with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and REVIT
• Ability to travel

About Farnsworth Group

Farnsworth Group is a 135-year-old engineering, architecture, and surveying firm with over 600 talented professionals across a nationwide network of 24 offices. We champion strong working relationships and have been involved in over 24,000 projects in the last decade alone. Our clients range from rural communities to some of the world's largest brands, with our oldest partnerships dating back nearly 100 years. Our forward-thinking focus on people, passion, and performance has earned us top rankings in Architectural Record and Engineering News Record magazine.

A Great Place to Work Certified

For nine consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the esteemed certification as a Great Place to Work; our employees are the reason why! Annually, our staff engage in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization that delves into employee perceptions about credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. Those results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only those top performers gain the Great Place to Work certification. The invaluable insights from the survey have played a pivotal role in further shaping our work environment and fostering a culture to make Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.

Featured benefits and perks include:

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance Plan
• Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success.

Salary Range: $95,000 - $130,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity)

Statement on Diversity and Inclusion

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.

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