Senior Professional Engineer, Electrical - Airfield Lighting & Power Distribution

TKDA; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Annual incentive plan

401(k) match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

TKDA is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Milwaukee, WI, to design electrical systems for airfield operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 8+ years of experience in power and lighting system design.

This hybrid role involves collaboration with various engineering disciplines and requires a valid driver’s license. Some travel may be necessary for site inspections. Benefits include health insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in power, lighting, and signal system design.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in one or more states.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Design the electrical components related to power distribution and control systems.
• Perform construction administration and inspection/observation duties.
• Participate in discussions during project team meetings and client consultations.

Skills

Electrical system design

AutoCAD

Revit

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Overview

Our employee‑owned and integrated team of multi‑disciplined engineering and design professionals is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer who has an interest in or prior experience designing a variety of electrical systems for airfield / airport operations including lighting, controls, and power distribution for commercial and general aviation airports.

As a member of our team, you will work alongside a multi‑disciplined group of Architectural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Structural professionals to provide an array of services on various airport and aviation projects.

Hybrid Work Environment: Tuesday – Thursday In‑Office | Monday & Friday WFH with ideal candidate being in regular commuting distance of our office in Wauwatosa, WI.

Responsibilities

Design the electrical components related to power distribution, control systems, emergency generators, NAVAIDS, airfield lighting, and security and communications systems. Perform construction administration and inspection/observation duties.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in one or more states
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in power, lighting, and signal system design for commercial and industrial facilities
• Previous experience with business development responsibilities; scoping electrical design for proposals, fee estimates for electrical design, and interview participation
• Previous experience with basic layout and design of electrical distribution equipment including panel boards, transformers, lighting, fire alarm, security, data
• Previous design experience with 208/120 and 480/277 volt systems
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code
• Previous experience and strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
• Experience/knowledge working with Mechanical, Civil, Structural, and Architectural disciplines
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to participate in discussions during project team meetings and client consultations
• Ability to travel within the United States as needed (up to 25% in a year / short durations 1‑3 days) for team meetings, client consultations, and site inspections
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Aviation electrical system design experience including airport lighting, signage, series circuit, controls, NAVAIDS, power distribution, stand‑by generators, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and communication systems
• Previous experience with FAA Advisory Circulars and Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)
• Previous experience with private owner underground/overhead medium voltage 13.8kV site power distribution
• Previous experience with industrial power system designs for motor and process equipment control including motor control full voltage, soft start, and variable frequency drives

Salary

$105,000 - $165,000 a year. The listed salary range reflects only the starting base pay range for candidates with 8‑20 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
• Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
• HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA‑eligible plan
• 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
• ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
• Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year

Equal Opportunity Employer

TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees; all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Visa Sponsorship

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements. TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.