Sr Electrical Project Engineer

HGA; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) guaranteed contribution

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental and life insurance

PTO and short- and long-term disabilit

Job summary

HGA, an award-winning architecture, engineering and planning firm, seeks a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to join the Minneapolis, MN or Milwaukee, WI office. Lead a multidisciplinary team to design high-performance electrical systems for healthcare, cultural and education facilities, and more.

This role requires 15+ years of relevant experience, a professional license, and expertise in NFPA codes, Revit, and electrical design software.

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in electrical engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in power-system design across healthcare, commercial, cultural, government, industrial, higher education, and campus energy projects.
• Professional licensure is required.
• Experience with NFPA codes and electrical design software (Revit, SKM/Easy Power) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of electrical engineers, designers and BIM specialists.
• Write scopes of work for electrical design based on client meetings.
• Prepare workplans for design teams based on project scope and team member skillsets.
• Assess project requirements, break a project into tasks, and determine scope, budget, and staffing.
• Prepare engineering opinions of probable cost for electrical systems and review contractor estimates.
• Present complex engineering analysis to owners and design teams.
• Review drawings for code compliance and company standards.

Skills

Electrical design

Team leadership

Revit

Project management

Power systems

Education

BS or MS in electrical engineering

Tools

SKM

Easy Power

Helioscope

Job description

Overview:

Senior Electrical Project Engineer

Locations: Minneapolis, MN or Milwaukee, WI

Are you looking to join a vibrant architectural and engineering firm where you can contribute to a range of design projects, from healthcare facilities to performing arts centers, dynamic workspaces, government buildings, and campus electrical distribution? HGA may be the perfect fit for you!

At HGA, we believe that curiosity, creativity, and diverse perspectives fuel innovation and meaningful design. As an award-winning architecture, engineering, and planning firm, we are currently seeking an experienced Sr Electrical Project Engineer to join our team in Minneapolis, MN or Milwaukee, WI. In this role, you’ll contribute to dynamic, interdisciplinary project teams and help shape high-performance, forward-thinking environments across a variety of building types. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who values collaborative teamwork, is passionate about thoughtful and sustainable design, and wants to make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

What sets HGA apart:

We cultivate a culture that encourages open dialogue, embraces a diversity of thought and background, and supports professional growth. Your technical expertise and unique insights will influence not only our designs but also your colleagues and clients.

We're looking for someone who:

• Is an industry leader in electrical engineering and design.
• Has strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Thrives in collaborative environments.
• Is enthusiastic about delivering high-quality, integrated design solutions.

In this role you will:

• Lead a team of electrical engineers, designers and BIM specialists.
• Write scopes of work for electrical design based on preliminary review and meetings with the client.
• Prepare workplans for design teams based on project scope and team member skillsets.
• Assess the requirements of a project, break a project into tasks and work with the design team to determine scope, budget, and staffing.
• Prepare engineering opinion of probable cost for electrical systems and review contractor cost estimates.
• Be skilled in electrical design, with expertise in collaborating with owners to define the Owner’s project requirements, conducting building load calculations, analyzing power distribution, sizing equipment, and editing specifications.
• Prepare engineering studies and schematic design for new systems and analyze operation of existing systems.
• Present complex engineering analysis clearly and effectively to owner and design teams.
• Review drawings and documents to assure compliance with company design and production standards. Assure that drawings and designs are in accordance with code compliance, Owner’s requirements, design standards and the quality expectations of HGA.
• Work with building performance team to design and integrate alternative energy sources into the electrical distribution to create sustainable designs.
• Oversee, guide, and direct a team responsible for Revit production.
• Assist in the education and development of design staff and function as a resource for questions.

You will need to have:

• BS or MS degree in electrical engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in the design of power systems for healthcare, commercial, cultural, government, industrial, higher education, and campus energy system projects to support our 8 market segments.
• Professional licensure is required.
• Documented experience with a consulting engineering firm or A/E firm providing electrical design.
• Expertise in National Fire Protection Association Codes (NFPA) and an understanding of applicable (city, state, federal) is essential.
• Working knowledge of Revit. Familiarity with electrical analysis software (i.e. SKM, Easy Power, Helioscope) and knowledge of the current sustainable technologies applicable to the design of commercial electrical systems.

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include:

• annual bonus and success sharing bonus program
• 401(k) guaranteed contribution
• paid parental leave
• medical, dental and life insurance plans
• PTO and short- and long-term disability programs

Salary Range: $132,000 - $156,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Additional Information:

At HGA, you’ll do the best work of your career. We design with impact by diving deep into the people and passions that shape every place. Empathy fuels us, curiosity drives us, and meaningful work leads to innovation. We celebrate individuality, embrace flexibility, and thrive together in the office three days a week.

Join our nationally recognized, award-winning team of architects, engineers, and interior designers — help us shape what’s next.

Learn more about us here.