Lead Electrical Engineer

Career-Collective; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Career-Collective is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer in Los Angeles, CA to mentor the electrical department and ensure project success. This role requires a Bachelor's in electrical engineering, 10+ years of design experience, and a PE license. The Lead Engineer will lead team scheduling, perform quality reviews, and oversee project design from concept to completion.

With a focus on collaboration and leadership, the ideal candidate will have expertise in Revit and electrical codes, contributing to company growth and standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Electrical Design Experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is required.
• Advanced knowledge of building and electrical codes.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead strategic electrical team scheduling.
• Perform quality control reviews and coordinate reviews by others.
• Lead electrical designs and ensure coordination with other design leads.
• Conduct training sessions for the electrical department.

Skills

Electrical Design Experience

Knowledge of building and electrical codes

Proficiency in Revit

Communication Skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam Studio Software

ElumTools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lead Electrical Engineer proactively mentors and advises the electrical department designers and engineers, ensuring their success and providing technical guidance. They design advanced building systems, prepare contract documents, and perform engineering calculations in coordination with project teams and multiple disciplines. This role will likely involve sign and seal duties of projects in California and other states across the country. In addition, this role includes training, mentoring, and providing leadership, which may involve direct supervision, management, scheduling, and likely participation in company leadership decisions. The Lead Electrical Engineer oversee project and design efforts from concept to completion, produce solutions to complex engineering problems, and ensure all deliverables meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements. They are involved in business development, corporate operations, risk management, and the development of tools, resources, and company practices. Additionally, they implement and enforce design and engineering standards, oversee project quality through regular reviews, and may conduct final project evaluations. We exclusively use Revit & Autodesk Construction Cloud and applicants must have excellent design knowledge and ability in these platforms.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and 10+ years of Electrical Design Experience
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is required.
• NCEES Certificate is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, building and electrical codes, design guides, and standards required. Knowledge applicable to a range of practices, project, or program types.
• Knowledge of earned value, contracts, and construction processes and methods.
• Excellent knowledge and proficiency of Revit
• Excellent knowledge and proficiency of Bluebeam Studio Software
• Proficiency of ElumTools, Visual, or AGI software or Equivalent
• Strong knowledge of building and electrical codes and the NEC
• Strong knowledge of the plan Review process
• Excellent written and verbal communication Skills
• An energetic attitude
• A desire for growth as an individual and a leader
• Intentional focus on teamwork and collaboration
• Strong attention to detail

Job Roles:

• Coordinate and lead strategic electrical team scheduling.
• Perform quality control reviews and coordinate reviews by others.
• Lead electrical designs and ensure coordinate electrical design with other design leads.
• Coordinate and perform electrical training sessions.
• Participate in hiring & staffing electrical department.
• Participate and lead electrical team reviews.
• Be a lead fixture in the electrical team and company mentorship.
• Consult on construction coordination and constructability.
• Sign and Seal projects.
• Assist in managing team morale.
• Aid and assist in developing electrical team and design standards.
• Help develop company growth strategies in relation to the electrical department.
• Identify opportunities for growth and development specifically with respect to the electrical team.