Senior Electrical Engineer – MEP & Fire Lead

Stratus®; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k

Paid holidays

Job summary

Stratus is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer II (PE) to provide expert-level technical leadership on complex commercial engineering projects. You will guide design, analysis, and construction phases, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client requirements.

Responsibilities include leading design development, preparing drawings and specs, coordinating building systems, and mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• 10–15 years of engineering design and project management experience.
• Prior experience with MEP and Fire Prevention systems in the commercial sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and technical development of engineering projects, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Prepare detailed drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Oversee integration of civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, and environmental systems.
• Provide technical oversight during construction and address issues on site.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.
• Perform quality control reviews at project milestones.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and consultants for coordination.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Stay current with industry advancements and integrate new technologies.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Mentoring juniors

MEP systems

Fire protection systems

Client collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Bachelor’s or Master’s in engineering

Tools

Building systems integration

Job description

Stratus is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer II (PE) to provide expert-level technical leadership on complex commercial engineering projects. You will guide design, analysis, and construction phases, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client requirements.

Responsibilities include leading design development, preparing drawings and specs, coordinating building systems, and mentoring junior engineers.