Senior Electrical Engineer | Charlotte, NC

Talanto; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Profit sharing

IDEA program

License exam prep

Wellness credit

Calm subscription

MEG AI platform

Job summary

Talanto seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer in Charlotte, NC to lead design efforts for electrical systems on building projects. You will manage design work, perform analyses, and provide technical direction to project teams and clients.

Requires a BS in Electrical Engineering and a PE license, with 7+ years in building design consulting. Hybrid schedule and active collaboration with cross-functional teams are expected.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• 7+ years in building design consulting.
• Strong design and analysis capability in electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for electrical systems on moderate to complex projects.
• Create detailed designs, specs and calculations per code requirements.
• Perform site assessments and generate technical reports.
• Mentor and train staff; collaborate with clients and teams.
• Ensure quality control and project documentation meets standards.

Skills

Circuit theory

Power systems

IES standards

eSPECS

Mentoring

Client communication

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

PE License

Tools

eSPECS

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer | Charlotte, NC

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Senior Electrical Engineer | Charlotte, NC

is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer in Charlotte, North Carolina, to lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for moderate to complex building projects. This role focuses on project management, engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems while providing project direction, engineering solutions, and technical advice to clients and project teams.

You will work within project budgets, support training and mentoring efforts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. Working with a team active in housing and multifamily, commercial, and retail projects throughout the Southeast, you will help deliver integrated building systems solutions while advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

Location: Charlotte, NC

Discipline: Electrical

Markets: Housing and multifamily; Commercial and retail

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 20%

Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid

What You'll Do

• Lead design efforts for the analysis and design of electrical systems for moderate to complex projects.
• Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations using engineering software and tools according to code requirements and standards.
• Perform site assessments and generate detailed analysis and technical reports.
• Interact with clients to gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build strong working relationships.
• Review electrical system designs, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence during design.
• Implement quality control processes to ensure designs and solutions meet quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Provide project direction, engineering solutions, and technical advice in collaboration with engineers and consultants.
• Train, mentor, and motivate staff.
• Provide technical assistance to resolve field issues with limited support from senior staff.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, contribute to research and innovation efforts, and identify and mitigate safety risks in all aspects of engineering work.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.
• Participate in project interviews and project presentations.

What You'll Bring

Required Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required

Experience

• 7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the building design consulting industry

Skills and Abilities

• Adept in the technical aspects of one’s discipline; advanced proficiency in technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles of circuit theory, electromagnetism, power systems, and electronics as they relate to electrical systems
• Knowledge of Illumination Engineering Society (IES) Standards and reference material resources such as NFPA Link, TechStreet, MadCAD, and Facility Guideline Institution (FGI)
• Advanced proficiency of Master Specification editing and software such as eSPECS; Proficient with Adobe or Bluebeam Revu
• Ability to mentor, train, motivate, and lead others
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
• Strong training and mentoring skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays

About the Team

• Design MEP systems for high-profile commercial, mixed-use, multifamily, retail, hospitality, and restaurant projects throughout the Southeast.
• Work on complex developments involving residential and office space above retail, structured parking, specialty lighting, restaurant exhaust, and flexible tenant systems.
• Recent work includes The Collection at Forsyth, Commercial.

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

• Employee ownership (ESOP), fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
• PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE
• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

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