Lead Project Engineer (Electrical)

About the Role

This position will design Electrical engineering projects within the MEP Group, focusing on areas such as higher-education, industrial, commercial buildings, public works, regional water systems, energy, transportation, and railroad facilities projects. The role involves working closely with the Project Manager to identify and develop the scope of work, meet customer expectations, assist in pricing contracts, perform engineering services, oversee project quality, manage resources, and meet project deadlines and profitability goals. The position may also serve as the Engineer of Record on project plans and documents.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a technical specialist in mechanical/electrical/plumbing focus area.
• Develops plans and specifications for mechanical/electrical/plumbing projects, with a focus on lighting, building power system, and power distribution design work.
• Designs new or renovation projects, performs site investigations, and documents existing conditions.
• Provides internal technical advice to project managers for preparing proposals and developing client presentations.
• Collaborates with project managers on project planning, scope development, task organization, effort estimates, fee structure, risk management, resource identification, and scheduling.
• Assists in developing cost and budget estimates for projects.
• Directs, manages, and participates in the production of project deliverables, including signing and sealing work products as a Registered Professional Engineer.
• Performs or participates in preliminary studies, plans, cost estimates, final reports, design process definition, project status meetings, specification development, bidding, contract administration, and quality monitoring.
• Utilizes AutoCAD and Revit for project design and analysis.
• Provides input on monthly project accounting, including time and expense charges.
• Oversees and directs the assignments of engineers and technicians on projects.
• Fosters a collaborative environment and provides performance feedback to team members.
• Stays updated on engineering trends, techniques, and methods.
• Participates in professional organizations and maintains professional licensure.
• Analyzes project issues and recommends efficient, cost-effective solutions.
• Meets with vendors and selects appropriate materials and equipment for projects.
• Visits clients and job sites to support projects and business development.
• Provides consultation on mechanical/electrical/plumbing projects during the construction phase.
• Manages multiple complex projects simultaneously for various clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architectural, mechanical (HVAC background), or electrical (building systems background) engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of engineering experience in mechanical/electrical/plumbing design.
• P.E. licensure required; must obtain licensure in states required by the company.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and MEP software strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to learn new software programs (Adobe, Bluebeam, Deltek Vision, CRM, etc.).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead, train, and mentor others.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Detailed knowledge of Electrical Systems design, including riser/one-line diagrams, power distribution, and lighting design.
• Experience writing MEP project specifications; SpecLink familiarity preferred.

Travel Expectations

Must be able to travel in-state and out-of-state occasionally (minimum 20% of the time), including visits to other office locations, project sites, seminars, and business meetings. A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. An offer is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen.