Senior Electrical Engineer (PE)

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work schedule

Support for professional development

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson in Raleigh, NC is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer. The role involves leading electrical engineering design projects for commercial, municipal, and government facilities. Responsibilities include performing engineering tasks, meeting with clients, and ensuring quality control. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience, a professional engineering license, and strong leadership skills. Flexible working options are available to promote work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of design experience in electrical engineering.
• Fully licensed Professional Engineer in at least one US state.
• Experience in multi-discipline projects and knowledge of energy codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of electrical engineering design for buildings.
• Meet with clients to validate electrical engineering service scope.
• Coordinate electrical projects and ensure compliance with quality control.

Skills

Effective document preparation

Presentation skills

Professional services attitude

Teamwork and leadership

Proficient in MS Office Software

Proficient in discipline-specific design software

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer (PE)

Location: Raleigh, NC

Full-Time/Regular

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

Position Summary

Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer. A Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for performing, directing, and supervising all aspects of Electrical Engineering on multi-discipline building design projects of moderate to large scope for commercial, municipal, university and government facilities.

Flexible work location options in Charlotte, NC; Raleigh, NC; Virginia Beach, VA; or Macon, GA.

General Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of electrical engineering design, specifically power distribution, as a Senior or Lead Engineer, including Conceptual Studies, Program Requirements, Design Analyses, Calculations, Equipment selection and layout, and System selection and layout for building design and site electrical utilities.
• Meet with clients to prepare and/or validate proposed scope of work for building design electrical engineering services.
• Provide oversight and coordination of electrical engineering projects and the electrical engineering portion of multi-discipline projects, and work with assigned Project Managers to meet client's budget, contract fees, goals, objectives, and deadlines.
• Coordinate, supervise, and communicate all aspects of electrical design within multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that electrical design details integrate properly with all other disciplines represented on the design team.
• Direct, supervise, train, and ensure quality control of junior electrical engineers, EIT's, and designers.
• Ensure staff compliance with quality control policies and procedures and provide electrical engineering QC reviews for other engineers and designers.
• Prepare and supervise the preparation of accurate and complete electrical project programming, schematic designs, design development designs, and construction documents.
• Perform and supervise electrical engineering support services during the bidding process, such as preparing addenda, amendments, and responding to RFI's.
• Perform and direct electrical engineering construction phase services including representing the firm on-site, answering RFI's, reviewing shop drawings and preparing record drawings, etc.
• Work with, respond to, and take direction from Project Managers, Design Managers, Managing Principals, Department Directors, Department Heads and senior management.
• Work independently with limited direction, but collaboratively with other engineers and designers.
• Mentor and monitor the professional development of junior electrical engineering staff.
• Assist in presenting projects to clients, contractors, project team members, AHJ's, and members of the public through all stages of the project.
• Actively support Company marketing and business development activities.
• Establish and maintain positive client relationships.
• Provide technical guidance to mechanical staff.
• Assist Department Director and Department Head in developing new and/or revised processes and procedures.
• Represent the Department Head (DH) when the DH is unavailable.
• Lead staff training sessions.
• Provide input to Department Head on staff annual performance reviews.

Required Skills

• Ability to prepare effective and concise documents.
• Ability to make presentations to a variety of groups up to and including large public meetings.
• Have a can-do attitude with a desire to provide outstanding professional services.
• Be dedicated to his or her professional development as well as the success of colleagues and the firm as a whole.
• Be dedicated to the advancement of the engineering profession.
• Possess demonstrated ability to lead by example, teaching and mentoring younger staff and working well with others in a team environment.
• Proficient in MS Office Software.
• Proficient in discipline specific design software.

Required Experience

• Graduate of an ABET-accredited 4 or 5-year engineering program in one of the following disciplines:
  • Electrical Engineering (Building design or power distribution focus)
  • Electrical Engineering Technology (Building design or power distribution focus)
  • Architectural Engineering (Electrical Engineering focus)
  • Architectural Engineering Technology (Electrical Engineering focus)
• 10+ years or more of significant design and practice experience in a leadership role with an Electrical Engineering firm or a multi-discipline Architectural & Engineering firm with substantial knowledge of applicable energy codes and standards.
• Must be a fully licensed Professional Engineer in at least one US state, preferably in the local jurisdiction.
• Additional certifications such as CDT, CCS, or CCCA are encouraged to reflect personal growth in the profession and an ever increasing knowledge base to enhance the design and documentation process.

Preferred Experience

• Understanding of sustainable design principles and design practices with LEED AP accreditation preferred.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Registered Communication Distribution Designer (RCDD), or Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional (CLEP), certifications are desirable.
• Active participation in IEEE, IES or other related professional organizations is desirable.
• Working familiarity with design and production software to a point of being able to understand the capabilities and limitations of the programs and interact with the support staff in their use of the software is highly desirable.
• Strong experience in the design of building power distribution, lighting, communications and security systems is desirable.
• Experience as a lead designer or Electrical Engineer in federal, state, municipal, healthcare, commercial, higher education or similar projects plus experience in Design/Build and CM at Risk project delivery methods is desirable.

Working Conditions

At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk‑based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight are required. Our office environment is comfortable, has adequate lighting and temperature, and is free from noise, dust, and other hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.