Lead Electrical Engineer

Staffing Solutions Enterprises; Solon (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employee medical insurance

Great PTO - Off Fridays in Summer

Job summary

Staffing Solutions Enterprises is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to lead outdoor substation designs and drive cross-functional projects. You will manage from quotation to completion, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with steel design teams to deliver integrated solutions in a hybrid work setting.

The role emphasizes high-voltage design, CAD proficiency, and client engagement, with opportunities for leadership growth and a focus on reliability and safety across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a focus on electrical power.
• Proven experience in electrical design, substation projects, or related fields.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, or similar CAD software; experience with Inventor (Autodesk) and SDS/SBS software is a plus.
• Leadership potential with capabilities in project management and client engagement.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively at all levels.
• Critical thinker with solid understanding of engineering fundamentals and data analysis.
• EIT or PE license highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design efforts for outdoor substations, including high-voltage layouts and 3D modeling.
• Manage engineering projects from quotation through completion, ensuring quality, compliance, and timeliness.
• Collaborate across teams, including steel design groups, to deliver integrated solutions.
• Provide technical guidance, mentor junior staff, and oversee design and drafting activities.
• Communicate effectively with clients, manufacturers, and field personnel to support project execution.
• Generate technical specifications, review vendor submittals, and evaluate bids with a focus on reliability and safety.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Communication

Engineering fundamentals

Data analysis

Leadership potential

High voltage knowledge

CAD tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Revit

CAD software suite

Job description

Lead Electrical Engineer – Exciting Leadership & Design Opportunity

Are you a talented electrical engineer with a passion for project leadership and innovative designs in the power and steel industry? This is your chance to make a meaningful impact working on high-voltage substations and structural projects within a well-established, forward-thinking organization. We are seeking a dynamic Lead Electrical Engineer who thrives in collaborative environments, demonstrates strong technical aptitude, and has the potential to grow into key leadership roles.

Salary: $85-115k

HYBRID

Company pays 100% of employee medical insurance

Great PTO- Off Fridays in Summer- PAID

Key Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Lead electrical design efforts for outdoor substations, including high-voltage layouts and 3D modeling.
• Manage engineering projects from quotation through completion, ensuring quality, compliance, and timeliness.
• Collaborate across teams, including steel design groups, to deliver integrated solutions.
• Provide technical guidance, mentor junior staff, and oversee design and drafting activities.
• Communicate effectively with clients, manufacturers, and field personnel to support project execution.
• Generate technical specifications, review vendor submittals, and evaluate bids with a focus on reliability and safety.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a focus on electrical power preferred.
• Proven experience in electrical design, substation projects, or related fields.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, or similar CAD software; experience with Inventor (Autodesk) and SDS/SBS software is a plus.
• Leadership potential with capabilities in project management and client engagement.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively at all levels.
• Critical thinker with solid understanding of engineering fundamentals and data analysis.
• EIT or PE license highly desirable.

Nice To Have Skills

• Experience with steel or structural design, 3D modeling, and power utility projects.
• Knowledge of high voltage systems, protection & control design.
• Familiarity with software such as SolidWorks, Revit, or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Past experience working in consulting, utilities, or industrial environments.
• Leadership or mentorship experience.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant technical and project leadership experience.
• Professional licensure (PE or EI) is a significant advantage.

Other Requirements

• Willingness to work in a hybrid setting, with flexibility for remote candidates based on experience.
• Occasional travel for project sites or client meetings.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when necessary.
• Passion for innovation, team collaboration, and continuous learning.