Project Engineer II - Electrical - Carrollton, TX

Upgrade Resources; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance (term, AD&D)

Disability income protection

Flexible spending plans (health & Dep.

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation and personal)

Training and development opportunities

Professional association memberships

Career advancement

Job summary

Upgrade Resources in Carrollton, TX seeks a Project Engineer II - Electrical to support project teams on complex electrical projects, interpret plans, assemble submittals, procure equipment, and manage subcontractors on-site. The role emphasizes change-order management, scheduling, and resolving electrical design questions across power distribution, lighting, and low voltage systems.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Engineering, 3+ years of related experience, and strong reading of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems design (power distribution, lighting, low voltage) and NEC.
• Ability to read electrical plans.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Support the project team on multiple electrical projects of varying size.
• Serve as the lead technical resource on smaller projects.
• Collaborate with management and stakeholders on project matters.
• Inform management on issues affecting timeline and budget.
• Manage change orders, estimate impact, and track progress.
• Expedite material as needed to hold schedule.
• Provide interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Assemble submittal packages and project documentation.
• Procure equipment, materials, and services.
• Assist in selecting and hiring subcontractors.
• Resolve complex technical questions as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading electrical plans

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CADD

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineer II - Electrical - Carrollton, TX

Location: Carrollton, TX (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $95,000.00 - $112,000.00 Annually

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with one of the nation's largest mechanical and electrical contracting firms, with more than 75 years of experience delivering innovative HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and electrical solutions. The company specializes in major construction projects for hyperscale data centers, hospitals, life sciences facilities, and high-rise commercial buildings, earning a reputation for safety, precision, and high-quality workmanship.

The company fosters a collaborative, growth-focused culture where employees refine their skills, share knowledge, and advance within a supportive team environment.

Role Overview

The Project Engineer II supports the project team across several smaller or larger complex electrical projects and serves as the lead technical resource on smaller projects. The role sits at the center of day-to-day project execution: interpreting plans and specifications, assembling complete submittal packages and required project documentation, procuring equipment, materials, and services, and participating in the selection and hiring of subcontractors.

This position collaborates closely with management and project stakeholders and keeps them informed on every issue affecting project timeline and budget. The Project Engineer II owns change order management, ensuring changes are completed accurately, tracked as required, and their impact estimated, and expedites material as needed to hold schedule. The role is expected to analyze and resolve more complex technical questions and problems as they arise, drawing on in-depth knowledge of electrical power distribution, lighting, and related systems design.

Core Responsibilities

• Support the project team on several smaller or larger complex electrical projects
• Serve as the lead technical resource on smaller projects
• Collaborate with management and stakeholders on all project matters
• Keep management and stakeholders informed on all issues affecting project timeline and budget
• Manage change orders and ensure they are completed accurately and tracked as required
• Estimate the impact of project changes
• Expedite material as needed
• Provide interpretation of plans and specifications
• Assemble complete submittal packages and other required project documentation
• Procure equipment, materials, and services
• Participate in the selection and hiring of subcontractors
• Analyze and resolve more complex questions and problems as needed

Required Background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or equivalent education, training, and experience
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience
• In-depth knowledge of applicable electrical systems design, such as power distribution, lighting, and low voltage, and a general understanding of system operations, including the NEC
• Ability to read electrical plans
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills, including CADD and Microsoft Office, such as Excel
• Authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available for this position

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Path for advancement into senior and leadership roles