Lead Electricial Engineer - PE

Job Details

• Location: Dallas, TX / Denver, CO / Chicago, IL (Remote)
• Employment Type: Full‑Time
• Reports To: MEP Department Head
• Travel: Up to 20%

Position Overview

This role blends hands‑on electrical engineering design work with leadership responsibilities. The Discipline Lead will guide project delivery within the electrical engineering discipline, ensure technical accuracy, mentor junior staff, and support overall department operations such as workload management and quality assurance. Roughly 50% of the role focuses on project engineering work, with the remaining time dedicated to leadership, team development, and operational support.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Engineering & Design
  • Develop electrical system designs for healthcare and commercial environments, including power distribution, lighting systems, low voltage, and telecommunications infrastructure.
  • Create design strategies, perform system evaluations, and recommend improvements or upgrades to existing systems.
  • Interpret project Statements of Work (SOW) and convert requirements into detailed engineering designs.
  • Complete engineering calculations such as load analysis, voltage drop, short‑circuit, coordination studies, arc‑flash analysis, and equipment sizing/selection.
  • Prepare and review construction drawings and specifications in alignment with applicable codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, and relevant government requirements).
  • Collaborate with architects and other engineering disciplines to coordinate system layouts.
  • Support construction‑phase activities including field observations, submittal reviews, and responses to RFIs.
  • Help maintain project schedules, budgets, and technical deliverable quality.
• Leadership / Discipline Lead
  • Lead and mentor a team of up to eight electrical engineering professionals, including Engineers‑in‑Training (EITs).
  • Oversee time tracking for direct reports and support performance evaluation processes in coordination with leadership.
  • Develop structured training and mentorship plans to support technical growth and career development.
  • Manage workload distribution across the team to ensure timely and high‑quality deliverables.
  • Support resource planning and staffing allocation in collaboration with department leadership.
  • Promote a positive, collaborative, and high‑performing team environment.
  • Contribute to internal standards, engineering best practices, and continuous improvement efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 9+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
• Background in MEP design for commercial and/or government building projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC, NFPA codes, and applicable technical standards.
• Experience preparing construction documents, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, and electrical analysis platforms (e.g., EasyPower).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make confident technical decisions with limited oversight.
• U.S. Citizenship required; eligibility for security clearance may be necessary.
• Experience supporting federal projects (DoD, VA, or other government work) preferred, though strong commercial experience will also be considered.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $109,000 – $139,000+ (depending on experience).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short‑Term Disability / Long‑Term Disability
• Life and Accidental Insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible Spending Account