Electrical Engineer-Advanced (Project Manager)

Position Summary

The Electrical Engineer - Advanced (Project Manager) will use specific knowledge of electrical engineering principles and a broad knowledge of architectural, plumbing and mechanical engineering principles, as well as project management principles, to conduct a range of technical assignments while conforming to prescribed administrative codes, policies and procedures. The position is responsible for managing projects related to the design, construction, operation and maintenance of electrical systems in state owned buildings. The position performs activities in the areas of site investigation, scope definition, specification writing, cost estimating, budget formulation and management, project scheduling, construction management and project inspection. The Project Manager functions as the agency’s primary engineering consultant for electrical system design. Projects range from complex systems in new facilities, to improvements and additions to systems in existing structures. The position serves as the liaison between facility User Groups and contracted architect/engineer (A/E) firms. The position provides guidance and direction to both and serves as the primary point of contact for the State of Wisconsin, Department of Administration (DOA), Division of Facilities Development (DFD) on all agency maintenance and repair projects that have significant electrical work and that are designed by external A/E firms. The position provides professional engineering expertise and serves as the agency’s sole technical expert in this area. Work assigned to this position requires a high degree of professional judgment and is performed with considerable latitude and independence.

Qualifications

• Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will be able to show that they have:
• An earned degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer as determined by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, as defined by Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 443.

How To Apply

To apply, candidates must:

• Apply online through Wisc.Jobs.
• Attach a current resume and letter of qualifications in a Word or PDF compatible format.
• Submit all required materials by the stated deadline.

Benefits

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $45/month for single plans and $111/month for family plans after two months of employment).
• A casual atmosphere and flexible work schedules, depending on the position's requirements.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program: A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall wellbeing.
• Working for Wisconsin State Government may make you eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program