Senior Electrical Engineer — MEP Lead & Client Mentor

PTS Advance; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

PTS Advance seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design for diverse building projects in Austin, TX. You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and own design from concept through construction documents.

The role emphasizes client interaction, technical leadership, and ongoing professional development within a collaborative MEP consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Approximately 10 years of progressive electrical engineering experience preferred.
• Strong background in electrical engineering within an MEP consulting or building design environment.
• Experience independently leading electrical design and documentation on complex projects.
• Strong understanding of applicable electrical codes, standards, and building systems.
• Experience coordinating electrical design with multiple disciplines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Ability to mentor and develop junior engineering staff.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design and documentation for building projects from conceptual design through construction documents.
• Develop electrical power distribution, lighting, emergency power, and related building electrical systems.
• Prepare electrical plans, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation per codes and project requirements.
• Coordinate electrical systems with mechanical, plumbing, structural, architectural, and other disciplines.
• Review designs and documents for accuracy, quality, constructability, and coordination.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to electrical engineers and designers.
• Participate in project meetings with clients, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to repeat business opportunities.
• Monitor project progress, deliverables, schedules, and electrical design budgets.
• Coordinate electrical staffing and workload with project management.
• Support QA/QC processes and ensure time for internal technical reviews.
• Assist with project planning, resource management, and overall delivery.
• Participate in interviews and provide technical input regarding prospective staff.
• Stay current with electrical codes, standards, and industry practices.
• Contribute to internal technical training and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Leadership

Client communication

Mentorship

Project management

Electrical design

Coordination across disciplines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

PTS Advance seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design for diverse building projects in Austin, TX. You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and own design from concept through construction documents.

The role emphasizes client interaction, technical leadership, and ongoing professional development within a collaborative MEP consulting environment.