Lead Electrical Engineer

Vanderweil Engineers; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderweil Engineers in Miami, FL is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer / Group Leader to design building infrastructure for healthcare, data centers, science and technology, academic and commercial buildings. The role leads an electrical team and coordinates with mechanical, plumbing, sustainability groups.

The position offers a hybrid schedule (up to 2 days remote per week) and the opportunity to work on diverse projects nationwide, with total compensation expected in the $120,000 to

Qualifications

• 15+ years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of NEC, IBC and IECC.
• PE license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead project engineer on commercial projects from design through construction.
• Coordinate design with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Design power distribution, lighting and standby power per NEC codes.
• Develop drawings, legends, plans, load calculations and schedules.
• Provide technical guidance to the electrical team and oversee field administration.

Skills

Power distribution

Lighting design

Team leadership

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Vanderweil Engineers is a nationally recognized, top-ranked engineering firm specializing in MEP/FP and technology services. For 75 years, we've delivered innovative solutions across diverse sectors—including Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Academic, Healthcare, and Commercial. As one of the largest independently owned engineering firms in the U.S., our team of 500+ professionals operates from nine offices nationwide, bringing deep expertise and a commitment to excellence to every project.

If you’re ready to grow your career alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, we’d love to hear from you. We offer both stability and growth opportunities in today’s fast-changing environment.

Join us to do the best work of your career as a Senior Electrical Engineer / Group Leader in our Miami, FL office (Hybrid Schedule).

What You will Achieve:

As a Senior Electrical Engineer / Group Leader, you will be designing the building infrastructure for various projects including Healthcare, Mission Critical Data Centers, Science and Technology, Academic and Commercial buildings.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as lead project engineer on a variety of commercial projects from new construction to renovations through all phases from conceptual design to construction.
• Project types include but are not limited to office buildings, labs, data centers, academic, high rise residential, hotels, museums, industrial, financial, government.
• Coordinate design with internal teams (mechanical, plumbing, sustainability) and external stakeholders (architects, contractors, consultants).
• Design of power distribution, lighting, emergency and standby power supply in accordance with all applicable NEC codes and standards.
• Develop specifications, legends, site plans, lighting plans, power plans, one-lines, riser diagrams, details, various schedules such as panelboard schedules and mechanical schedules as well as load calculations.
• Lead the electrical team of engineers and designers and provide technical guidance in the development of the construction documents as well as support assigned staff on technical and administrative issues.
• Perform Construction Administration tasks such as field visits and subsequent issuance of field reports, responding to RFIs and reviewing shop drawings.
• 15+ years of related experience
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience
• Understanding of the NEC, IBC and IECC
• PE license is a plus

Our Flexible & Hybrid Work Culture:

We know that work/life integration is important to our employees. Our hybrid work style (up to 2 days remote per week) allows team members to have flexibility while building their skills through in-person exposure to industry experts.

We prioritize wellness with programs that support physical and behavioral health, and we’re proud to foster an equitable and inclusive workplace.

Learn more about our culture at www.vanderweil.com

The total compensation that we expect to pay for this position is dependent on years of experience, licensure, education, geographic location, and project portfolio but expected to be in the $120,000 to $150,000 range.

Vanderweil Engineers is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.