Senior Electrical Engineer: Lead Building Systems Design

Iconica; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Iconica is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical design for commercial building projects, collaborating with architecture and construction teams. The role emphasizes strong technical leadership and problem-solving to deliver solutions aligned with project and client needs.

The candidate should have 8+ years of commercial electrical design experience, a PE license, and proficiency with Revit/BIM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an accredited university.
• 8+ years of commercial electrical design and production experience, including conceptual design, schematic design, construction documents, and construction administration.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
• Experience designing electrical building systems, including lighting and power distribution systems.
• Proficiency with Revit and BIM tools.
• Strong interest in the design-build approach and collaborating with architectural and construction professionals.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Initiative, curiosity, and an eagerness to learn.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical system design for commercial building projects, including lighting, power distribution, fire alarm, security and access control, and communication systems.
• Provide leadership and coordination with project team members from project inception through completion.
• Develop schematic design, design development, and construction drawings and documents.
• Perform required design and code compliance calculations.
• Collaborate with architectural and construction teams to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Review shop drawings and respond to construction-related questions.
• Perform site inspections and observe field construction at key project milestones.
• Verify completed systems meet design and performance requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other engineers and designers.

Skills

Project leadership

Team coordination

Design problem solving

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

BIM

Job description

Iconica is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical design for commercial building projects, collaborating with architecture and construction teams. The role emphasizes strong technical leadership and problem-solving to deliver solutions aligned with project and client needs.

The candidate should have 8+ years of commercial electrical design experience, a PE license, and proficiency with Revit/BIM.