Senior Electrical Engineer, PE — Large Commercial Projects

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Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Unknown company is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with PE licensure to lead electrical design on large commercial projects in the Charlotte, NC area. Responsibilities include directing engineering activities, budgeting, schedules, and QA across disciplines.

The role requires a PE license, a Baccalaureate in Electrical/Architectural Engineering, and at least five years post-PE experience. Strong communication, mentoring, and coordination with AHJ are essential.

Qualifications

Baccalaureate Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
Professional Engineering (PE) license.
Five years' experience post PE license.
Experience with design of large commercial projects.
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Clean Driving Record.
Detail oriented and able to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with industry competitors.

Responsibilities

Oversee and direct electrical engineering of projects per NEC and company standards.
Assist Project Manager with budgets, execution plans, cost estimates and schedules.
Execute electrical engineering tasks within budget, schedule and quality targets.
Prepare study reports, drawings and specifications ready for stamping.
Prepare addendums, PRs and supplemental instructions for projects.
Provide mentoring and technical direction to Electrical Engineers and CAD/BIM staff.
Attend client meetings and prepare meeting notes.
Coordinate electrical design with project team, clients and AHJ.
Coordinate design with other disciplines within the project team.
Assist in quality assurance for all project disciplines.
Attend site visits for condition surveys and record keeping.
Uphold company brand and ensure positive client experience.
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Multi-tasking

Client interaction

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Job description

• Responsible to oversee and direct the electrical engineering of projects in accordance with engineering best practices, company standards and in compliance with the National Electrical Code.
• Assist the Project Manager in establishing and preparing project budgets, project execution plans, construction cost estimates and project schedules.
• Execute the electrical engineering aspects of a project within the budget, schedule and quality as agreed with the Project Manager.
• Prepare engineering documents in the form of study reports, drawings and specifications that maybe stamped and signed, as required.
• Prepare Addendums, Proposal Requests (PR) and Supplemental Instructions (SI) for projects.
• Provide mentoring and technical direction to Electrical Engineers, Designers and BIM/CAD Technicians.
• Attend meetings with clients and prepare meeting notes as appropriate.
• Coordinate communications in relation to electrical engineering with project team members, clients and the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
• Coordinate design solutions with other technical disciplines within the integrated project team.
• Assist in quality assurance reviews for all project disciplines.
• Attend site visits for the purposes of investigation, survey and record of existing conditions.
• Uphold and promote the Company brand by guaranteeing excellence in the execution of work and ensuring a positive client experience.
• Any other duties as assigned by Company Leadership.

Requirements

Required to have a Baccalaureate Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
Required to have a Professional Engineering (PE) license.
Five years' experience post PE license award.
Required experience with the design large commercial projects.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Effective written, oral and presentation communication skills.
Clean Driving Record.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Detail oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast paced environment.
Well versed in the industry and the Company's competitors.
Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to perform duties outside of scope of work when necessary.

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