Electrical Senior Engineer

delta-e-careers; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K Plan

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Delta E Consulting in Seattle, WA is seeking a motivated senior-level Electrical Engineer to drive project success across multifamily, affordable housing, hospitality, adaptive reuse, and tenant improvement sectors. You will design energy-efficient electrical systems, apply NEC and local codes, and mentor junior staff to elevate project quality.

This in-person role offers a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with opportunities to influence design strategies, learn advancing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of electrical engineering experience in building construction.
• Proficient with Revit, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office; NEC knowledge.
• In-person role with hybrid office policy and site visits.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for various project types and delivery models.
• Develop construction documents from schematics through CDs.
• Apply engineering principles to electrical distribution, lighting and power systems.
• Communicate design options to stakeholders.
• Mentor junior staff and provide quality control of project documentation.

Skills

Electrical design

Revit

NEC knowledge

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

About Delta E Consulting:

Established in 2023 in Seattle, WA, Delta E is an MEP engineering and design consulting firm built on a clear vision to form collaborative partnerships with building owners and design and construction teams that go beyond traditional consulting boundaries. Our work is grounded in technical expertise, sustainability, and thoughtful innovation, with an unwavering commitment to client success.

You will be joining a team of seasoned industry professionals and contributing to a business with an established foundation and a strong trajectory. This role is well suited for design professionals who enjoy project and task ownership and enjoy problem-solving beyond a narrow job description. With seven separate services in-house (MEP engineering, Lighting Design, Sustainability and Energy Consulting, and Commissioning), integrative design practices is required at Delta E. You can expect to bring a proactive, curious mindset to your work, as well as have opportunity to earn trust, deliver results, and help shape how we operate as a company as we continue to scale.

As Delta E has grown, so has our investment in our staff. We believe long-term success is driven by engaged, supported employees, and we intentionally cultivate a culture that values life/work harmony, trust, and professional growth. Balance isn’t something we promise—it’s something we actively build into how we work and how we grow. Our continued growth creates meaningful opportunities for individual development, visibility on impactful projects, and direct collaboration with Delta E’s leadership team. If you’re looking to make a tangible impact within a growing engineering firm—while helping define what comes next we’d love to have you join us.

What We Offer:

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive Health Insurance plan with medical, vision, and dental insurance (premiums covered for employees and 50% of premiums covered for dependents)
• 401K Plan with Employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible work environment and schedule
• Paid time off and holidays
• Reimbursement for work related licenses and related approved needs
• Office location in Pioneer Square with free gym access
• Unlimited use Orca Passport transportation pass

Inclusion and Belonging:

We are a women-owned firm and an equal opportunity employer, and are committed to prioritizing diversity, inclusion and belonging in our hiring and company culture.

EEO Statement:

Delta E is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a motivated senior-level Electrical Engineer to join our team. This role is vital in driving our project success across diverse sectors, including multifamily, affordable housing, hospitality, adaptive reuse, tenant improvement, high-rise, and mid-rise projects. You will leverage your expertise in electrical design to create effective, energy-efficient, and sustainable solutions while ensuring compliance with local codes and industry standards.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where your contributions will directly impact the quality and success of each project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead electrical design for various project types and deliver projects across multiple delivery models, including design/bid/build, design assist, and full design.
• Develop contract drawings from Schematics through Construction Documents.
• Apply engineering principles to electrical distribution, lighting and power systems design.
• Effectively communicate design options to a diverse stakeholder group.
• Independently evaluate and apply engineering judgment, techniques, and procedures to complete a project from concepts through construction.
• Apply knowledge of building codes and electrical industry standards.
• Perform engineering calculations and equipment selection.
• Perform site visits and issue reports.
• Generate and edit project specifications.
• Attend meetings with clients and project teams.
• Support construction administration, including responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals.
• Contribute strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proactively enhance technical quality by staying updated with emerging technologies, evolving building codes, and advancements in the industry.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment to produce integrated project documents, ensuring cohesive design strategies and solutions.
• Manage project time efficiently, contributing to timely project delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Mentor junior staff and provide quality control for project documentation.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar related field of study, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in electrical engineering within the building construction industry.
• Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam, and the Microsoft Office products.
• Experience modeling electrical systems & compiling construction documents in Revit.
• Experience with NEC.
• This is an in-person job and will require availability for in person meetings and site visits in addition to a flexible hybrid office policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PE license is preferred.
• LEED AP is preferred.
• Expert knowledge of Washington State and Seattle codes and sustainable design practices.
• Electric Utility coordination, including experience with submitting service applications. SCL and PSE experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with design of Electric Vehicle charging infrastructure.
• Project Management experience.