Senior Electrical Engineer - Buildings

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer - Buildings based in the United States.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the design and delivery of critical electrical systems that support municipal buildings and public infrastructure projects. You will be part of a multidisciplinary engineering environment where collaboration, technical rigor, and practical problem-solving drive every stage of project delivery. From concept through construction, your work will directly influence how communities access safe, efficient, and reliable infrastructure. The position combines hands-on electrical design with technical leadership responsibilities, including mentoring junior engineers and guiding design quality. You will engage directly with municipal clients, ensuring engineering solutions align with real operational needs and regulatory requirements. This is a strong fit for an engineer who values seeing their designs implemented in the real world and contributing to long-term public impact.

You will lead electrical design efforts for municipal buildings and infrastructure projects while ensuring technical excellence, coordination across disciplines, and successful delivery from concept to construction.

• Lead and execute electrical design work for municipal infrastructure and facility projects, contributing both independently and as a technical lead within multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop detailed engineering deliverables including design calculations, construction drawings, cost estimates, and material specifications.
• Coordinate with architects, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, and project managers to produce fully integrated and constructible design packages.
• Participate in client meetings to understand requirements, address technical challenges, and translate needs into effective engineering solutions.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and designers, supporting skill development and team capability growth.
• Review and validate design documentation to ensure accuracy, code compliance, and alignment with applicable standards and client requirements.
• Support project delivery by helping manage scope, schedule, and budget throughout the design lifecycle.

Requirements

This role requires strong electrical engineering design experience in building or infrastructure environments, combined with technical expertise in codes, standards, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

• 6+ years of experience in electrical engineering design, drafting, or related roles within building or infrastructure projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Revit for electrical design and modeling, with working knowledge of AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Solid understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and relevant standards such as NFPA 72, 101, and 110.
• Familiarity with International Building Code (IBC), energy codes, and lighting design standards.
• Experience using lighting design tools such as DIALux or AGi32.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent documentation, organization, and design accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and cross-functional teams.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Bonus: experience working on municipal or public infrastructure projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Pet insurance
• Discounted gym membership
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities to work on meaningful public infrastructure projects
• Career development and mentorship opportunities