Lead Electrical Engineer

PAE; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 136,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus

Employer-paid health insurance

401(k) account contribution

Professional development reimbursements

Commuter benefit

Cell phone stipend

Life insurance and disability benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

An engineering and design firm is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to oversee project deliverables and ensure engineering quality. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3–5 years of experience in electrical engineering. The company offers a competitive salary range of $104,000–$136,900, along with performance bonuses, health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of electrical engineering experience or 4–6 years of related work experience.
• Ability to assemble and lead a team.
• Thorough understanding of project phases and associated deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of deliverables and documents.
• Communicate design options effectively to diverse stakeholder groups.
• Conduct site visits and issue reports.

Skills

Electrical engineering concepts

Leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Microsoft Office Suite

Revit/AutoCAD

Easy Power

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Relevant Professional Credential (PE preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Easy Power

Job description

Lead Electrical Engineer role at PAE.

PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality, leveraging advanced technologies to create resilient and efficient buildings and communities.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the preparation of deliverables and documents, including narratives, calculations, drawings and specifications.
• Apply electrical distribution, lighting and power system design.
• Communicate design options effectively to diverse stakeholder groups.
• Provide engineering direction and guidance for the project team.
• Independently evaluate and apply engineering judgment, techniques, and procedures to complete a project from concepts through construction.
• Oversee electrical load calculations.
• Ensure project completes within budget and schedule.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Provide updates to master specifications and input into standards.
• Apply building code and electrical industry standard knowledge.
• Perform engineering calculations and equipment selection.
• Provide cost opinion estimates.
• Conduct site visits and issue reports.
• Analyze distribution load flow, short circuit and arc flash energy using Easy Power.
• Implement the project quality management plan (QMP).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• Relevant Professional Credential (e.g., PE) preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of electrical engineering experience or 4–6 years of related work experience.
• Advanced understanding of electrical engineering concepts.
• Thorough understanding of project phases and associated deliverables.
• Ability to assemble and lead a team.
• Strong delegation skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge and application of the NEC and relevant building and energy codes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Revit/AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with Easy Power.

What We Offer

• Hiring Base Salary Range: $104,000–$136,900 per year (eligible for straight overtime pay).
• Performance Bonus.
• Employer‑paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• 401(k) account contribution.
• Professional development reimbursements, including state registration and professional association dues.
• Commuter benefit.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Life insurance and disability benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation.

PAE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

PAE is a JUST label certified company committed to pay equity, ensuring that all individuals performing the same or similar work receive comparable compensation.