Senior Airfield Electrical Engineer

RS&H; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Las Vegas is seeking a Senior Airfield Electrical Engineer to join their Aviation Practice. The role involves leading design projects for airfield lighting and communication systems, managing client relationships, and coordinating with a team of professionals. Ideal candidates will have a BS in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years in electrical design within aviation, and strong communication skills. A PE license and willingness to travel are essential. Competitive salary ranges from $145,000 to $165,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of electrical engineering design and consulting experience in the aviation industry.
• Registered PE license required.
• Some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of design drawings for airfield lighting systems.
• Coordinate with other engineers to develop specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
• Maintain client contact and assist the team in winning work.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university

Job description

The Opportunity

RS&H is seeking an Senior Airfield Electrical Engineer to join our Aviation Practice in Las Vegas! RS&H is passionate about aviation!

We choose to design and manage a wide variety of electrical projects at airports throughout the U.S. and abroad. Our projects reach hundreds of millions of dollars in construction value for clients who are equally passionate about aviation.

Our Associates focus on innovative design and technical excellence with a passion for completing projects on time, within budget, and to our client’s complete satisfaction. RS&H fosters valued service and rewards our staff who are creative, organized, self‑motivated, and collegial.

You will have an opportunity to advance your career and professional development as the Project Manager, Project Engineer, or engineering support on airport projects. You will have the opportunity to lead, develop and deliver projects of varying sizes and complexity, initiate and maintain client contact and assist the team in winning the work.

Summary

As an Electrical Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work with a group of aviation design professionals to develop engineering solutions for airfield projects. As part of the team, you will lead the preparation of design drawings for airfield lighting systems, FAA navigational aid systems, and communication systems. You will coordinate and work closely with other engineers to develop specifications, reports, and cost estimates.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited university
• Minimum 10 years of electrical engineering design and consulting experience in the aviation industry
• Experience working with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Registered PE license
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Some travel may be required

Typical salary range for this position in Las Vegas is $145,000 - $165,000 and commensurate with experience relative to the position.

The Team

Joining our Aviation team means an opportunity to explore your potential and apply your diverse skills to serve the large and small airports of the aviation industry as a trusted advisor. You can do this in a collaborative and team‑oriented environment among other driven professionals. Service areas include airfields, buildings, facility planning, environmental planning, and environmental stewardship & resiliency.

The Company

Employee‑owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together.

We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. It is the responsibility of all third‑party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy.

If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply.