Senior Electrical Engineer

Engtal; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employee-owned

Employer-paid health benefits

401(k) match

Professional development

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Engtal is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead design and delivery of complex building systems for new construction and renovations. The role covers conceptual design through construction, serving as a key design professional within multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate is a PE-licensed engineer with 8+ years of experience, strong communication, and proven leadership. This position offers a flexible hybrid work environment and opportunities for client interaction, mentorship, and

Qualifications

• PE license required (Professional Engineer)
• 8+ years of engineering experience including lead responsibility
• Strong knowledge of building systems design and operation
• Ability to read and interpret complex plans
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong presentation and public speaking abilities
• Experience mentoring less-experienced engineers
• Proven technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering of systems for design-build and rehabilitation projects
• Represent the design professional in project meetings
• Prepare complex preliminary redline layouts for estimating
• Perform engineering calculations and evaluate equipment and system requirements
• Evaluate design options and develop solutions to complex challenges
• Conduct site inspections to verify construction documents
• Resolve issues during construction phase
• Lead and supervise engineers on projects
• Provide ongoing technical guidance to teams
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and project teams throughout delivery

Skills

Lead experience

Communication skills

Mentorship

Public speaking

Engineering leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CADD

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Company Overview

A leading 100% employee-owned engineering and construction firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of complex building systems across new construction and renovation projects. As one of the nation's largest MEP firms, the company delivers innovative engineering solutions and is known for its technical excellence, collaborative culture, and commitment to long-term employee development.

Engineers have the opportunity to remain involved throughout the project lifecycle while benefiting from employee ownership, excellent benefits, professional development opportunities, and a flexible hybrid work environment.

Position Overview: Senior Electrical Engineer

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will lead, evaluate, design, and engineer complex projects and systems from conceptual design through construction. You'll serve as a key design professional within multidisciplinary project teams, provide technical leadership, and help resolve engineering challenges throughout the project lifecycle.

This position is ideal for an experienced PE-licensed engineer who enjoys remaining technically involved while taking on greater project leadership, client interaction, and mentorship responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of systems for new design-build and facility rehabilitation projects
• Serve as a design professional during project team design meetings
• Prepare complex preliminary redline design layouts to support project estimating
• Perform complex engineering calculations and evaluate equipment and system requirements
• Evaluate design alternatives and develop effective solutions to complex engineering challenges
• Perform site inspections to verify compliance with construction documents
• Resolve design and engineering issues during the construction phase
• Lead and supervise less-experienced engineers on small and large projects
• Provide ongoing technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams
• Collaborate with clients, general contractors, engineers, and multidisciplinary project teams throughout project delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 8+ years of engineering experience, including lead experience
• Strong knowledge of applicable building systems design and system operations
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering and construction plans
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, clients, general contractors, and other project stakeholders
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Excellent computer skills, including CADD and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership and mentoring less-experienced engineers

Technical Skills

• Conceptual engineering and system design
• Complex engineering calculations
• Preliminary design and redline development
• CADD and engineering design software
• Site inspections and construction-phase support
• Design review and issue resolution
• Multidisciplinary project coordination
• Technical leadership and engineering mentorship

Featured Benefits

• 100% employee-owned company
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% employer-paid for employees
• 401(k) with 50% company match with no cap and immediate 100% vesting
• Annual performance and company profitability-based bonus
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Company-paid professional development, licensing, and professional association memberships
• Life insurance, disability insurance, and AD&D coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care
• Wellness benefits
• Long-term career development and advancement opportunities
• Flexible hybrid work environment

Interested in Learning More?

For more information, please contact Rachel Campolito of Engtal, who is managing the search: