Lead Electrical Engineer – Power Systems

Shaw Consulting Services, LLC; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Consulting Services, LLC is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer – Power Systems in Atlanta, GA. The role focuses on power system analysis for commercial buildings, with leadership responsibilities to guide junior engineers and collaborate across architecture, mechanical, and project management teams.

The candidate will perform detailed analyses, develop models using ETAP/SKM/EasyPower, and provide technical leadership in client meetings and proposal work.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of electrical design with a focus on power systems for commercial buildings.
• Proficiency with power analysis software such as SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or EasyPower.
• Proven leader with ability to mentor junior staff.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• PE or EIT with ability to gain PE soon after hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed power system analyses including short circuit, load flow, coordination, arc flash, and voltage drop calculations.
• Develop electrical system models using tools such as ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower.
• Collaborate with architects, mechanical engineers, and project managers to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Provide quality control and peer reviews for electrical designs and studies.
• Mentor and train junior electrical engineers, providing guidance on design practices, analysis methods, and project execution.
• Support proposal development, design charrettes, and client-facing meetings as a technical lead.

Skills

Leadership

Power system analysis

Mentoring

Communication

Education

PE or EIT

Tools

SKM Power Tools

ETAP

EasyPower

Job description

Lead Electrical Engineer – Power Systems in Atlanta, GA

Job Title

Lead Electrical Engineer – Power Systems

Location: Atlanta, GA

We are seeking a highly motivated and experiencedLead Electrical Engineerwith a strong background in Power System Analysis to support our growing portfolio of commercial projects. This role is ideal for a candidate who combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership and mentorship skills. The Engineer will be responsible for helping more junior engineers grow and develop.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed power system analyses including short circuit, load flow, coordination, arc flash, and voltage drop calculations.
• Develop electrical system models using tools such as ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower.
• Collaborate with architects, mechanical engineers, and project managers to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Provide quality control and peer reviews for electrical designs and studies.
• Mentor and train junior electrical engineers, providing guidance on design practices, analysis methods, and project execution.
• Support proposal development, design charrettes, and client-facing meetings as a technical lead.

Required

• 7 plus years of electrical design with a focus on power systems for commercial buildings.
• Proficiency with power analysis software such as SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or EasyPower.
• Proven leader and ability to mentor junior staff.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• PE or EIT with ability to gain PE soon after hire.