Lead Electrical Engineer

Apex Engineering Group, Inc.; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Engineering Group, Inc. in Fargo, ND is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to guide design from planning through construction on diverse projects.

The role emphasizes independent and collaborative work, mentoring junior staff, coordinating electrical design, and representing the project in the field.

Travel and occasional out-of-town stays may be required; strong communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer Registration (ND or MN preferred) or ability to obtain registration within 6 months.
• 5 to 10 years of experience as an electrical project engineer preferred.
• Experience with electrical systems within commercial, health care, and educational facilities.
• Experience with Civil electrical and water/wastewater electrical engineering is a plus.
• Experience with process instrumentation and control engineering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering services across planning, design, specs, reports, and construction observation.
• Delegate and supervise tasks to CADD/BIM Technicians, Graduate Engineers, and Field Technicians.
• Communicate updates and progress with team throughout all project phases.
• Attend company, project, and client meetings regularly.
• Demonstrate effective public-facing communication at involvement and informational meetings.
• Handle challenging client/contractor situations with diplomacy.
• Adhere to CADD/BIM procedures and client requirements.
• Work independently and in a team, with attention to detail and ethics.
• Travel and out-of-town stays may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor or Master in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer Registration (ND or MN)

Tools

CADD/BIM

Job description

Fargo, ND

Position Description:

The primary responsibilities of a Lead Electrical Engineer include working as a key team member on projects from the planning phase through design and construction. A Lead Electrical Engineer shall be capable of independently and collaboratively contributing to the design and development of project plans and specifications while working with project team members.Lead Engineers typically provide direction and coordination of electrical design for projects in addition to supervising and mentoring subordinate engineers and designers.Additional responsibilities may include taking on the role of the project engineer/representative in the field during the construction of projects.

Office Location:

Fargo, ND

Position Description:

The primary responsibilities of a Lead Electrical Engineer include working as a key team member on projects from the planning phase through design and construction. A Lead Electrical Engineer shall be capable of independently and collaboratively contributing to the design and development of project plans and specifications while working with project team members.Lead Engineers typically provide direction and coordination of electrical design for projects in addition to supervising and mentoring subordinate engineers and designers.Additional responsibilities may include taking on the role of the project engineer/representative in the field during the construction of projects.

Essential Tasks and Duties:

• Provide professional electrical engineering services for clients by providing: planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction observation, and project management.
• Delegate and supervise project tasks to CADD/BIM Technicians, Graduate Engineers, and Field Technicians on the project team.
• Communicate frequently and effectively with other team members on a consistent basis by providing updates and progress during all phases of projects.
• Attend company meetings, project meetings, and client meetings on a regular basis.
• Effective communication skills with the public will be required in settings such as public involvement meetings, informational meetings, construction notifications, etc.
• Effectively deal with potentially difficult or confrontational situations with clients and/or contractors.
• Understand and follow company CADD/BIM procedures and client CADD/BIM procedures when required.
• Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies.
• Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs as requested.
• Travel and out-of-town stays may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor or Masters in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer Registration (ND or MN preferred) required or the ability to obtain registration within 6 months.
• 5 to 10 years of experience as an electrical project engineer preferred.
• Experience with electrical systems within commercial, health care, and educational facilities.
• Experience with Civil electrical and water/wastewater electrical engineering is a plus.
• Experience with process instrumentation and control engineering is a plus.