Principal Electrical Engineer

McKinstry; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinstry seeks an Associate Principal Electrical Engineer to lead complex mission critical projects and develop innovative electrical solutions. This role involves significant client engagement, engineering design, and team leadership. We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits, and opportunities for impact in addressing climate challenges.

Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

Family formation benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical benefits

Community service time

Qualifications

• Minimum of 13 years of engineering experience, with 7 years in mission critical/data center work preferred.
• Confident in presenting complex technical solutions to clients.
• Experience in leading a team of electrical engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the delivery of complex mission critical/data center projects.
• Support the development of initial electrical system concepts.
• Act as a thought-leader in the engineering field.

Skills

Electrical system design

Public speaking

Business development

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

SKM

ETAP

Easy Power

Job description

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

Our engineering team is on the hunt for an Associate Principal Electrical Engineer to help scale our mission critical project offering. In this role, you will develop, sell, and lead the delivery of complex mission critical/ data center projects while also growing the team.

• Support the development of initial electrical system concepts
• Present complex technical solutions to clients
• Act as a thought-leader and subject matter expert internally and represents McKinstry as a respected name in the industry.
• Lead strategic Engineering & Design group initiatives.
• Engage in all aspects of business development and sales
• Develop and build strong customer relationships
• Build and execute on appropriate sales and proposal strategies.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry:

• Hold team members accountable for deliverables consistent with McKinstry company standards and client expectations required.
• Confident in presenting to clients and guiding their teams to successful program outcomes.
• Comfortable with public speaking engagements, and representation of the company locally and nationally on energy efficiency topics.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the following:
• design complex power and other building systems including generator plants, medium voltage distribution, uninterruptible power systems, lighting, fire alarm, and grounding while leading projects and a team of electrical engineers
• familiarity with industry standard software (SKM, ETAP, Easy Power, etc.) to review/prepare studies such as: Load flow studies, fault calculations, Arc Flash, overcurrent coordination studies, duct bank calculations, harmonic studies, etc
• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, architectural engineering, or related field required.
• Minimum of thirteen (13) years Engineering experience required with seven (7) years in mission critical/data center work preferred.

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance.
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.
• “Building Good” paid community service time.
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University.
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers.
  

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $140,300- $211,900 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

About the company

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