Sr. Electrical Engineer - Indianapolis, IN

Management Recruiters of Zionsville; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture and engineering firm in Indianapolis is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design of electrical systems for various high-performance facilities. This role requires 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably in a consulting environment, and a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering. The candidate should have proficiency in Revit and design tools, alongside strong project management skills. The position offers a chance to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of electrical engineering experience in a consulting or A/E environment.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 1–2 years.
• Experience with healthcare, higher education, government, or institutional projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of electrical systems including power distribution and lighting.
• Develop load calculations, panel schedules, and equipment layouts.
• Coordinate utility service requirements and prepare Basis of Design documents.

Skills

Electrical system design

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Design Master Electrical

SKM PowerTools

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer - Indianapolis, IN

A multidisciplinary architecture and engineering firm specializing in sustainable, high-performance building design is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical system design for healthcare, higher education, government, federal, and mixed-use facilities. This role supports projects from concept through construction and works collaboratively across disciplines to deliver innovative, code-compliant solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarm, and low-voltage infrastructure
• Develop load calculations, panel schedules, one-line diagrams, equipment layouts, and risers
• Perform voltage drop, fault current, and load calculations using Design Master Electrical or SKM PowerTools
• Coordinate utility service requirements, transformer sizing, and metering
• Prepare Basis of Design documents, system narratives, and specifications
• Collaborate with architectural, mechanical, structural, plumbing, and low-voltage teams
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and interdisciplinary coordination
• Support project managers with scope, schedules, and technical input
• Perform QA/QC reviews and provide construction administration support
• Mentor junior electrical engineering staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• 8+ years of electrical engineering experience in a consulting or A/E environment
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 1–2 years
• Experience with healthcare, higher education, government, or institutional projects is ideal
• Proficiency in Revit with experience using Design Master Electrical (preferred) or SKM PowerTools
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70, NFPA 72, and applicable building codes
• Experience designing normal and emergency power, lighting systems, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision

Apply Today

Submit your confidential resume and portfolio or project list to: Amy Tischer, Executive Talent Advisor at MRI of Zionsville.

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