Senior Electrical Engineer (PE)

Clark Nexsen; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to oversee and direct electrical engineering projects. This role involves managing design aspects for commercial and municipal facilities, ensuring quality control, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in power distribution and building systems, along with a strong commitment to professional development and client satisfaction. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and offers a flexible work environment, balancing professional growth with personal well-being.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in electrical engineering with a focus on power distribution.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in at least one US state.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering design for multi-discipline projects.
• Coordinate with clients and manage project budgets and deadlines.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power Distribution

Project Management

Client Communication

Team Leadership

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering Degree

Professional Engineer License

LEED AP Accreditation

Tools

Current Company Software Programs

Design and Production Software

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer IV - VI (PE)

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.

General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

1. Performing 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
2. Meeting with clients to prepare and/or validate proposed scope of work for building design electrical engineering services
3. Providing oversight and coordination of electrical engineering projects and the electrical engineering portion of multi-discipline projects, and working with assigned Project Managers to meet client’s budget, contract fees, goals, objectives, and deadlines
4. Coordinating, supervising, and communicating 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
5. Directing, supervising, training, and ensuring quality control of junior electrical engineers, EIT’s, and designers
6. Ensuring staff compliance with quality control policies and procedures and providing electrical engineering QC reviews for other engineers and designers.
7. Preparing and supervising the preparation of accurate and complete electrical project programming, schematic designs, design development designs, and construction documents.
8. Performing and supervising electrical engineering support services during the bidding process, such as preparing addenda, amendments, and responding to RFI’s.
9. Performing and directing electrical engineering construction phase services including representing the firm on-site, answering RFI’s, reviewing shop drawings and preparing record drawings, etc.
10. Working with, responding to, and taking direction from Project Managers, Design Managers, Managing Principals, Department Directors, Department Heads and senior management
11. Working independently with limited direction, but collaboratively with other engineers and designers
12. Mentoring and monitoring the professional development of junior electrical engineering staff
13. Assist in presenting projects to clients, contractors, project team members, AHJ’s, and members of the public through all stages of the project
14. Actively support Company marketing and business development activities
15. Establish and maintain positive client relationships
16. Provide technical guidance to mechanical staff
17. Assisting Department Director and Department Head in developing new and/or revised processes and procedures
18. Representing the Department Head (DH) when the DH is unavailable
19. Leading staff training sessions
20. Providing input to Department Head on staff annual performance reviews

Education, Technology, and Experience

1. 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)
2. Must be a fully licensed Professional Engineer in at least one US state, preferably in the local jurisdiction
3. Understanding of sustainable design principles and design practices with LEED AP accreditation preferred
4. Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Registered Communication Distribution Designer (RCDD), or Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional (CLEP), certifications are desirable
5. 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
6. Active participation in IEEE, IES or other related professional organizations is desirable
7. A Senior Electrical Engineer should be able to effectively utilize current company software programs for word processing, e-mail, accounting, and information management.
8. 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.
9. A Senior Electrical Engineer should typically have 10 years or more of significant design and practice experience in a leadership role with a Electrical Engineering firm or a multi-discipline Architectural & Engineering firm with substantial knowledge of applicable energy codes and standards.
10. Strong experience in the design of building power distribution, lighting, communications and security systems is desirable.
11. 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.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

Physical Requirements

Work is sedentary and often performed in an office setting. The work area is lighted, heated, and ventilated. This position may require extended periods of standing, sitting, as well as some repetitive movements, bending and lifting of minimal weight. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Workplace Flexibility

We have selected two common days in the office to nurture collaboration and innovation and to support learning and growth through engagement with colleagues. We are asking everyone to be present on Mondays and Thursdays, with a required third day that will provide additional flexibility and be set between you and your supervisor (with consideration given to your project team members and clients). Our hope is that this schedule will offer the work-life balance that is desired by all, while providing consistent opportunities for face-to-face collaboration and mentorship.