Senior Electrical Engineer (Building MEP) (10+ Years Experience)

CNG Engineering; San Antonio (TX); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical coverage

10% signing bonus for direct hires

PTO and holidays

Retirement plan options and 401(k) match

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in San Antonio, Texas, is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical system design for public and institutional facilities. This position involves significant technical ownership, cross-disciplinary coordination, and guiding project teams through all phases from concept to construction. The ideal candidate will have strong MEP design experience and a passion for mentoring emerging engineers. The role offers a competitive benefits package including medical coverage, PTO, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• PE license or ability to obtain Texas PE.
• 10+ years of mechanical/HVAC/plumbing design experience in relevant sectors.
• 7+ years of hands-on MEP design experience.
• 3+ years of project management experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory or mentorship experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Engineer of Record for electrical systems.
• Lead design of power, lighting, and low-voltage systems.
• Coordinate with architects, MEP teams, and external consultants.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to emerging engineers.
• Conduct quality reviews and support project planning.
• Support construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, and site visits.

Skills

PE license

Mechanical/HVAC/plumbing design experience

MEP design experience

Project management experience

Supervisory or mentorship experience

Communication of design decisions

Job description

CNG Engineering is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical system design for public and institutional facilities. This role offers meaningful technical ownership, cross‑disciplinary coordination, and the opportunity to guide project teams from concept through construction.

You’ll shape system approaches, support integrated MEP design, and contribute to the long‑term performance of facilities that serve communities across Texas.

What You’ll Lead

• Serve as the Engineer of Record for electrical systems
• Lead design of power, lighting, and low‑voltage systems
• Coordinate with architects, MEP teams, and external consultants
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to emerging engineers
• Conduct quality reviews and support project planning
• Support construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, and site visits

What You Can Expect

• A steady portfolio of meaningful public and institutional projects
• A culture that values integrity, technical rigor, and long‑term performance
• Flexible scheduling within standard business hours
• 100% employer‑paid medical coverage
• 10% signing bonus for direct hires
• PTO, holidays, retirement plan options, and 401(k) match
• Relocation assistance available

What You Bring

• PE license (or ability to obtain Texas PE)
• 10+ years of mechanical/HVAC/plumbing design experience in municipal/aviation, education, healthcare, or commercial sectors
• 7+ years of hands‑on MEP design experience
• 3+ years of project management experience
• 3+ years of supervisory or mentorship experience
• Experience leading teams and managing project phases
• Ability to communicate design decisions clearly to clients, architects, and internal teams

Candidates with strong experience in MEP design and leadership are encouraged to apply, even if they do not meet every listed requirement.