Senior Electrical Engineer, MEP | Lead Design & BIM

Gray AES; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray AES seeks a Sr. Electrical Engineer-MEP to lead electrical design across multiple U.S. offices, including Charlotte, with cross-disciplinary coordination and client-facing leadership.

The role requires a PE license, a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, and 7–10 years of electrical design experience. Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, BIM coordination, and SKM/ETAP is expected. Up to 25% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineering License is required.
• 7-10 years of professional experience in electrical design engineering with a strong background in Gray’s core markets.
• Proven expertise in electrical systems design, including lighting, power distribution, grounding, lightning protection, telecommunications, and security systems.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA, IBC, and client-specific requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination workflows, with experience leading model integration and clash detection.
• Advanced proficiency with electrical design tools (e.g., SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or similar).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills for system analysis, cost modeling, and performance optimization.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to lead client discussions, present technical concepts, and coordinate across disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project deliverables, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to strategic planning and quality assurance.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement and professional development.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead electrical engineer on assigned projects, overseeing design scope, technical quality, and code compliance.
• Develop and validate electrical system designs, including lighting, power, grounding, and low-voltage systems tailored to project and client needs.
• Perform and review design calculations, energy code compliance assessments, and system performance modeling.
• Lead the coordination of electrical design with architectural, structural, mechanical, and technology disciplines.
• Produce and oversee drawings, specifications, and BIM models, ensuring accuracy and integration across project phases.
• Manage project schedules and budgets related to electrical scope, supporting project managers in planning and execution.
• Review and respond to RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings, ensuring design intent and quality standards are upheld.
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and site visits, representing the electrical discipline and providing technical leadership.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of internal design standards and best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers, fostering technical growth and team collaboration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

Client meetings

Mentoring

Coordination

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Bluebeam

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM coordination

SKM Power Tools

ETAP

Job description

Gray AES seeks a Sr. Electrical Engineer-MEP to lead electrical design across multiple U.S. offices, including Charlotte, with cross-disciplinary coordination and client-facing leadership.

The role requires a PE license, a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, and 7–10 years of electrical design experience. Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, BIM coordination, and SKM/ETAP is expected. Up to 25% travel may be required.