Principal Electrical Engineer

EXP.com; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering solutions is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join their Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing, and Semiconductor Science & Technology Buildings team. The role involves overseeing electrical systems design, mentoring staff, and ensuring high-quality engineering standards are met. Candidates should have extensive experience in electrical engineering and hold relevant licenses.

Benefits

Health insurance

Vacation

401(k)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of related Electrical Engineering experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois and California.
• Experience designing laboratories and critical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Technical Subject Matter Expert in electrical systems design.
• Lead, supervise, and mentor Designer-level staff.
• Ensure engineering quality levels are met on projects.

Skills

Electrical systems design

Risk management

Code compliance

Team leadership

Technical expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Lighting calculation software

Electrical power analysis software

Job description

At EXP, we're driven to provide innovative solutions for the world's built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators, and professionals, we bring diverse talents together to solve complex challenges. We value diversity, foster an entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, and seek sustainable results that benefit our clients, communities, and each other. Joining EXP means being part of a global network that believes we are part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Be our next Principal Electrical Engineer

Your work environment at EXP

In this role, you will join the Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing, and Semiconductor Science & Technology Buildings team in Chicago, IL.

What a day at EXP has in store for you

• Serve as a Technical Subject Matter Expert in electrical systems design for critical industrial manufacturing, including Pharmaceutical, Electronics, Chemical, and Division environments.
• Possess knowledge of NEC, NFPA Life Safety Code, and Chemical classification standards.
• Lead, supervise, and mentor Designer-level staff on responsibilities and project tasks.
• Establish design and quality standards for EXP in the Science and Technology market sector.
• Ensure engineering quality levels are met on projects.
• Develop design guides for the electrical department in Science and Technology.
• Perform complex code analysis and provide interpretations for the design team.
• Maintain high quality of specifications and details based on construction feedback.
• Oversee development of design concepts by Designers, ensuring proper application and execution.
• Verify the quality of designers' work, including specifications, reports, code compliance, submittals, equipment selection, and drawings.
• Apply risk management practices to project engineering.
• Lead the design team to produce construction documents that meet project requirements within schedule and budget.
• Have a solid understanding of engineering fundamentals and advanced concepts in electrical engineering.
• Write studies and reports on electrical systems for projects.
• Operate or understand lighting calculation and electrical power analysis software.
• Execute complex electrical designs with conflicting requirements or difficult coordination.
• Contribute to revisions of company design standards and master specifications for the market sector.
• Be an expert in specific electrical requirements within your market sector.
• Evaluate value engineering options considering risk.
• Prepare studies and reports for high-profile projects.

What your experience looks like

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 15 years of related Electrical Engineering experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois and California, with the ability to obtain licenses in other states.
• Experience designing laboratories, Science & Technology manufacturing facilities, R&D, or related critical facilities.

The pay range for this role is $140,000-$160,000, with actual compensation based on skills, experience, certifications, and location. We also offer comprehensive benefits including health insurance, vacation, and 401(k).