Sr. Electrical Engineer

Axis Infrastructure; Roswell (GA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Axis Infrastructure in Roswell, GA seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design from concept through construction for diverse projects. The role emphasizes power distribution, lighting, emergency power, and low-voltage systems with mentorship of junior staff.

Hybrid work arrangement in Roswell, GA is available. The position requires a PE license in Georgia, 10+ years of experience, and strong communication skills to interact with clients and project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program
• 10+ years of electrical engineering experience, preferably in consulting engineering or building systems design
• Active Professional Engineer license in Georgia required, with willingness to pursue licensure in additional states
• Experience leading electrical design for power distribution, lighting, emergency power, low-voltage, and fire alarm systems
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA standards, energy codes, and building-focused electrical design practices
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD; experience with SKM/ETAP/EasyPower or similar
• Ability to lead project teams, coordinate across disciplines, and communicate clearly with clients and stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication for proposals, reports, and technical documents
• Strong problem-solving ability and quality control discipline
• Desire to mentor and guide junior engineers

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for complex systems across commercial, institutional, mixed-use, civic, and infrastructure facilities
• Develop power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, emergency/standby power, grounding, low-voltage, and fire alarm systems
• Prepare and oversee construction documents, specs, calculations, one-line diagrams, and panel schedules in Revit/AutoCAD
• Perform load calculations, short-circuit studies, arc flash, voltage drop, and lighting calculations
• Coordinate with architects, owners, contractors and multi-disciplinary teams for constructible designs
• Lead projects in scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and deliverables with technical quality
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, perform site visits, support field coordination
• Apply NEC/NFPA and energy codes, accessibility requirements, and local rules
• Mentor junior engineers and designers to raise technical standards
• Support client engagement, proposals, and long-term relationships

Skills

Sustainable design

Energy modeling coordination

LEED documentation

High-performance building strategies

Medium-voltage distribution

Generator systems

UPS systems

Switchgear

Arc flash mitigation

Mission-critical design

Seller-doer mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SKM

ETAP

EasyPower

Job description

About Axis: Axis is a high-octane collective of interdisciplinary designers, engineers, planners, and problem-solvers who believe that "good enough" is the enemy of excellence. We bridge visionary architecture and precision engineering by stripping away silos and delivering seamless, buildable brilliance. From the first sketch to the final energization, we obsess over the details that transform complicated challenges into distinctive spaces and places where people want to be.

Job Summary

Axis has an immediate opening for a Senior Electrical Engineer to help power the built environment from concept through construction. Based in our Roswell, Georgia headquarters, this role is designed for a seasoned professional who can turn complex project requirements into elegant, safe, code-compliant electrical systems that keep buildings moving, operating, and inspiring. As Senior Electrical Engineer, you will serve as a technical lead for building-focused electrical design, guiding power distribution, lighting, emergency power, low-voltage, fire alarm, and technology infrastructure systems across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will lead design decisions, mentor developing engineers and designers, coordinate across disciplines, and help clients make confident decisions from early planning through construction completion. Typical

Responsibilities

In this role, you will bring both technical depth and creative problem-solving to the table, leading electrical design with clarity, collaboration, and a strong commitment to quality.

• Lead the design of complex electrical systems for commercial, institutional, mixed-use, civic, and infrastructure-related facilities
• Develop power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, emergency and standby power, grounding, low-voltage, communication, and fire alarm systems
• Prepare and oversee construction documents, specifications, calculations, one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and system narratives using Revit, AutoCAD, and related design tools
• Perform and review load calculations, short-circuit studies, overcurrent protective device coordination, arc flash studies, voltage drop calculations, and lighting calculations
• Coordinate closely with architects, owners, contractors, civil, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and technology teams to deliver integrated, constructible designs
• Serve as electrical lead on projects, managing scope, schedule, budget, staffing, deliverables, and technical quality from kickoff through construction administration
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, perform site visits, support field coordination, and help resolve construction-phase challenges with practical, client-centered solutions
• Apply current electrical codes and standards, including the National Electrical Code, applicable NFPA standards, energy codes, accessibility requirements, and local jurisdictional requirements
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and designers, strengthening technical judgment, documentation standards, and quality control practices across the electrical team
• Support client engagement, proposal development, interviews, and long‑term relationship building as a trusted technical advisor

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program
• 10+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably in consulting engineering or building systems design
• Active Professional Engineer license in Georgia required, with willingness to pursue licensure in additional states
• Demonstrated experience leading electrical design for power distribution, lighting, emergency power, low-voltage, and fire alarm systems
• Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code, applicable NFPA standards, energy codes, and building-focused electrical design practices
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD; experience with electrical analysis software such as SKM, ETAP, EasyPower, or similar platforms preferred
• Ability to lead project teams, coordinate across disciplines, and communicate clearly with clients, owners, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for proposals, reports, correspondence, meeting participation, and technical documentation
• Strong problem‑solving ability, sound engineering judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to self‑directed quality control
• Highly organized and able to balance multiple deadlines, shifting priorities, and fast‑moving project demands with professionalism and follow‑through Desired

Skills

• Experience with sustainable design, energy modeling coordination, LEED documentation, or high‑performance building strategies
• Experience with medium‑voltage distribution, generator systems, UPS systems, switchgear, arc flash mitigation, or mission‑critical design.
• Strong seller‑doer mindset with experience supporting proposals, client presentations, and strategic project pursuits Reports To: Chief Electrical Engineer / Electrical Engineering Department Lead Axis provides a challenging and empowered environment that encourages employee growth and supports flexibility for an active life outside of work. Full‑time positions offer competitive benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and 401(k) contributions. Axis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Axis does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay

$150,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance License/Certification:
• Professional Engineer (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Roswell, GA 30076