Lead Electrical Engineer

Apex-Engineering-Group-1; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan with employer match and pp

Paid parental leave

FSAs and HSAs

Paid time off

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

Apex Engineering Group in Fargo, ND is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to guide projects from planning through design and construction. You will supervise engineers and designers, mentor staff, and serve as field project engineer when needed.

The role requires a PE license (ND or MN preferred) and 5–10 years of electrical design experience for commercial, healthcare, and educational facilities. Strong communication and CAD/BIM skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer Registration (ND or MN preferred) required or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 5–10 years of experience as an electrical project engineer preferred.
• Experience with electrical systems in commercial, healthcare, and educational facilities.
• Experience with Civil electrical and water/wastewater electrical engineering is a plus.
• Process instrumentation and control engineering experience is a plus.
• Experience with industrial clients is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of codes and standards; excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional electrical engineering services for clients: planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction observation, and project management.
• Delegate and supervise project tasks to junior staff and technicians on the project team.
• Communicate updates and progress during all phases of projects.
• Attend company, project, and client meetings regularly.
• Interact with the public in meetings and notices as required; handle difficult conversations professionally.
• Follow CADD/BIM procedures and company safety policies.
• Work independently and in a team environment; mentor junior staff.
• Travel and out-of-town stays may be required.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Public involvement

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor or Master in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer Registration (ND or MN preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

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.
• Experience with industrial clients is a plus.
• Must have advanced knowledge of electrical engineering design and be familiar with applicable codes, standards, and acceptable industry practices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required with the ability to prepare written specifications and contract documents.
• Must be detail-orientated and self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must have experience as a project lead on complex, multi-disciplined engineering design projects.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD 2017 or newer.
• Revit experience a plus.
• A valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions.
• Required to work in an outdoor environment during construction season.
• May require prolonged periods of standing and walking to perform some of the typical tasks and duties associated with construction observation or surveying.
• Required to lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must work scheduled and required hours.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements described here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks and duties.

Benefits:

We're looking for experience, entrepreneurs and enthusiasm. Apex Engineering Group believes that every employee plays an important role in our company's success and that is why we strive to provide our employees with a benefits program that rewards them for their hard work and dedication they put forth everyday:

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

1. Performance-based bonuses
2. Health, dental, and vision insurance
3. Life insurance
4. 401(k) plan with employer match and profit-sharing contribution
5. Paid parental leave
6. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
7. Paid time off
8. Short- and long-term disability coverage
9. Employee wellness program

Salary Base Pay Range:

$95k - $120k (Actual base pay is dependent on several factors, including experience, education, licensure, job location, and internal equity.)

EOE/AA