Senior Electrical Engineer — Lead Complex Projects & Mentorship

Ascent Engineering Group; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health insurance

401k with employer match

Life insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Learning & Development

Job summary

Stratus is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Jacksonville, FL to provide senior technical leadership on major projects. The role focuses on design, analysis, and construction, guiding project teams and acting as the firm’s subject matter expert.

You will lead a multidisciplinary MEP team, review drawings and calculations, and ensure regulatory and client requirements are met while mentoring junior engineers. A PE license is preferred and flexible, hybrid work is supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• 10–15 years of experience in Electrical engineering design and project management.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills for guiding junior engineers and project teams.
• Ability to lead large-scale engineering projects and provide expert-level technical guidance.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex engineering projects, providing expert technical guidance to project teams.
• Provide leadership and oversight for a multidisciplinary team of MEP engineers.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, calculations, and technical reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client expectations.
• Serve as the primary technical expert on projects, resolving complex design challenges and ensuring that engineering solutions are innovative and technically sound.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and ensuring technical excellence across the team.
• Conduct quality control reviews at key project milestones to ensure accuracy, technical precision, and adherence to project goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, contractors, and consultants, to ensure the seamless integration of engineering systems into overall project designs.
• Oversee construction administration tasks, including reviewing submittals, conducting site visits, and addressing technical issues during construction.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, offering technical expertise and ensuring that client needs are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stay current with industry advancements, emerging technologies, and innovative materials, incorporating new solutions into the firm’s engineering designs.
• Provide strategic input on business development efforts, assisting with proposals and client presentations to secure new projects.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Project management

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Stratus is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Jacksonville, FL to provide senior technical leadership on major projects. The role focuses on design, analysis, and construction, guiding project teams and acting as the firm’s subject matter expert.

You will lead a multidisciplinary MEP team, review drawings and calculations, and ensure regulatory and client requirements are met while mentoring junior engineers. A PE license is preferred and flexible, hybrid work is supported.