Electrical Engineer

Howard Stein Hudson; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, hybrid workplace

401(k) Plan with company match

Paid volunteer time

Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans

Ongoing education and professional development opportunities

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Boston seeks a Manager of Electrical Engineering to establish and oversee its Electrical Engineering practice. The role involves developing the discipline, mentoring staff, and integrating electrical services into multidisciplinary projects. Candidates should have a strong background in electrical engineering, leadership experience, and proficiency with design tools like AutoCAD and Revit. The firm offers a hybrid workplace, competitive salary, and a culture focused on improving transportation infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code, Massachusetts Electrical Code, and ANSI/IES standards.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies like IoT, EV charging infrastructure, and energy storage systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee the firm's Electrical Engineering practice.
• Develop the strategic vision and growth plan for the Electrical Engineering discipline.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal standards, including safety and sustainability requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Team-building

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

AGi 32

Job description

Base Pay Range

$111,000.00/hr - $133,000.00/hr

Why Choose HSH

Do you want to collaborate on something you truly enjoy doing each workday? Do you have a passion for complex infrastructure improvement projects? Then join HSH and become the newest addition to our Public Infrastructure group. We are an established but growing, multidisciplinary civil engineering firm with expertise in roadway design, transportation engineering, bridge structural engineering, land development, GIS, planning, and community engagement. As we expand our capabilities, we are introducing a new Electrical Engineering discipline to complement our services and better meet the needs of our clients. This is an exciting opportunity to build and lead a new team within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

What You Will Do

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Manager of Electrical Engineering to establish and oversee the firm’s Electrical Engineering practice. This role will involve developing the discipline from the ground up, including hiring and mentoring staff, integrating electrical services into multidisciplinary projects, and contributing to the firm’s strategic growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering related to infrastructure and a passion for innovation, sustainability, and client satisfaction.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing the strategic vision and growth plan for the Electrical Engineering discipline. This includes recruiting, mentoring, and managing a high‑performing team of electrical engineers and designers. A key part of the role is fostering a collaborative culture that seamlessly integrates electrical engineering with our existing disciplines to support overall firm growth and project success.

This role requires strong technical leadership in electrical systems, including roadway lighting, traffic signals, power distribution, renewable energy, and smart infrastructure. The candidate will ensure compliance with local, state, and federal standards, including safety and sustainability requirements. They will review electrical engineering plans, specifications, and reports to ensure technical accuracy and quality.

The position involves close internal collaboration to integrate electrical engineering into multidisciplinary project workflows. The candidate will engage with clients to define project requirements, deliver effective solutions, and maintain strong client relationships. Oversight of budgets, schedules, and quality control for all electrical engineering project aspects is essential to ensure successful delivery.

The ideal candidate will identify opportunities to expand electrical engineering services, including new projects and partnerships. They will represent the firm at industry events, building relationships with clients, agencies, and partners. In addition, they will support proposal and presentation preparation to secure new business and grow the firm’s electrical engineering portfolio.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s Degree preferred).
• Massachusetts P.E. license preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in electrical systems for civil engineering and infrastructure projects, including roadway lighting, traffic signals, power systems, renewable energy, and smart infrastructure.
• Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, AGi 32, or other relevant lighting design software.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code, Massachusetts Electrical Code, and ANSI/IES standards.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in a civil engineering environment preferred.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies like IoT, EV charging infrastructure, and energy storage systems preferred.
• Excellent communication, team‑building, and critical thinking skills.
• Experience directly supervising multiple staff.

What HSH Offers

• Flexible, hybrid workplace
• Engaged, friendly workplace culture with many opportunities to connect meaningfully with colleagues
• Transit subsidy and discounted bike share membership
• 401(k) Plan with generous company match
• Paid volunteer time
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance

Salary range: $111,000 - 133,000

The salary range displayed is a good‑faith estimate of the base pay for this position. The salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, education, and market conditions. The salary range does not include additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses or benefits, which may be part of the total compensation package.

If you are interested in becoming part of a company focused on improving transportation infrastructure while maintaining a life/work balance, let’s do it together. We invite you to help Howard Stein Hudson build a better tomorrow by becoming part of our team. HSH is the kind of place where you can make a difference.