Senior Electrical Engineer / MEP Project Manager

CREDO Consulting Engineers LLC; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CREDO Consulting Engineers LLC in Fort Lauderdale, FL, seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer / MEP Project Manager to lead electrical design and coordination for building projects from concept through construction. The role is full-time and on-site, involving preparation and review of drawings and specifications, load calculations, and integrating power and lighting within multidisciplinary MEP designs.

You will manage project schedules and budgets, coordinate with architects, engineers,

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in an MEP consulting environment.
• Strong foundation in Electrical Engineering and Electricity for building systems.
• Expertise in electrical design for commercial and institutional facilities, including lighting, grounding, and emergency systems.
• Proficiency with Power Distribution design, panel schedules, feeder sizing, and coordination with utility services.
• Experience with Power Systems analysis, including load calculations, short-circuit and coordination studies, and system reliability considerations.
• On-site work in Fort Lauderdale, FL and site visits as required.
• Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design and coordination for building projects from concept through construction.
• Prepare and review electrical drawings and specifications.
• Manage project schedules and budgets; respond to RFIs and field issues.
• Coordinate with architects, other engineers, contractors, and local authorities.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure code compliance.
• Participate in design meetings and site visits to review installation and resolve issues.

Job description

Company Description CREDO Consulting Engineers LLC is a consulting engineering firm headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, specializing in personalized engineering services. Founded in 2007, the firm focuses on close collaboration with clients and local building authorities to deliver safe, approved designs and timely documentation. CREDO emphasizes quality, reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, which has driven steady growth and strong client loyalty. The firm’s reputation for responsive service and long-term relationships supports consistent business in a highly competitive market.

Role Description The Senior Electrical Engineer / MEP Project Manager will lead electrical design and coordination for building projects, overseeing all phases from concept through construction. This full-time, on-site role in Fort Lauderdale, FL includes preparing and reviewing electrical drawings and specifications, performing load calculations, and integrating power and lighting systems within multidisciplinary MEP designs. The position involves managing project schedules and budgets, coordinating with architects, other engineers, contractors, and local authorities, and responding to RFIs and field issues. The individual will mentor junior team members, ensure compliance with codes and standards, and support quality control processes to deliver accurate, constructible documents. Regular client interaction, participation in design meetings, and site visits to review installation and resolve technical issues are essential aspects of the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience working in an MEP consulting environment.
• Strong foundation in Electrical Engineering and Electricity, with the ability to apply engineering principles to building systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in Electrical Design for commercial and institutional facilities, including lighting, grounding, and emergency systems.
• Proficiency in Power Distribution design, panel schedules, feeder sizing, and coordination with utility services.
• Experience with Power Systems analysis, including load calculations, short-circuit and coordination studies, and system reliability considerations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida or eligibility to obtain is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing MEP projects, including schedule, budget, and client communication responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA, local building codes) and permitting processes.
• Proficiency with CAD and/or BIM tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and common engineering design software.
• Effective communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, with the ability to guide and mentor project teams.
• Ability to work on-site in Fort Lauderdale, FL and conduct occasional field visits as required.