Senior Electrical Engineer: Lead Multidisciplinary Design

Interstates; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 79,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Vacation

Performance Bonus

Career Paths

Career Coaches

Job summary

Interstates seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer — PE Preferred to lead constructible, complex electrical design projects fromConcept through startup and commissioning.

This role partners with clients, project managers, field teams, and other design disciplines to deliver high-quality solutions and support successful project execution. PE license or eligibility is required, with 4–8 years of experience for Engineer I and 7+ years for Engineer II.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• FE exam eligibility or EIT certification.
• PE license required or eligible to become licensed.
• Strong understanding of electrical terminology, components, symbols, and NEC.
• Drafting software proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design projects from concept through startup and commissioning.
• Identify project risks early and develop practical solutions.
• Build and maintain client relationships through strong communication and follow-through.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines, field teams, vendors, utilities, and governing agencies.
• Support estimates and project planning with project managers and estimators.
• Troubleshoot technical issues with field personnel to keep projects moving.
• Review drawings, approve deliverables, and support quality standards.
• Mentor team members through delegation, feedback, and technical guidance.
• Lead meetings, site trips, and project coordination efforts.
• Help improve standards and strengthen accountability across teams.

Skills

PE license

Electrical design

Drafting software

Client communication

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. degree in engineering

Tools

Drafting software

Job description

Interstates seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer — PE Preferred to lead constructible, complex electrical design projects fromConcept through startup and commissioning.

This role partners with clients, project managers, field teams, and other design disciplines to deliver high-quality solutions and support successful project execution. PE license or eligibility is required, with 4–8 years of experience for Engineer I and 7+ years for Engineer II.