MEP - Director of Electrical Engineering

About the role

The Director of Electrical Engineering at SCEG, a GF company, is responsible for leading the design, management, and successful execution of electrical engineering projects across a diverse portfolio of sectors, including hospitality, multifamily residential, luxury single-family estate homes, entertainment, retail, commercial, educational, healthcare, civic, and mixed-use developments. Project types include hotels, apartments, condominiums, theaters, shopping centers, restaurants, retail stores, schools, offices, hospitals, libraries, museums, and amusement parks, with projects located throughout Hawaii, Washington, South Carolina, Florida, Arizona, and California.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and manage all phases of electrical engineering projects from concept through construction administration.
• Manage multiple projects and client relationships simultaneously while maintaining high levels of quality, responsiveness, and technical accuracy.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, staffing, and deliverables to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Solve project and technical issues independently with minimal oversight.
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals, scopes of work, fee estimates, and additional service requests.
• Lead the design and coordination of electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage systems.
• Perform electrical system layouts, load calculations, and equipment sizing for commercial, industrial, institutional, hospitality, residential, and mixed-use projects.
• Avoidance of conflicts with existing utilities and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Perform site evaluations, field investigations, and engineering assessments and prepare related technical reports.
• Oversee field observations and reporting during construction phases.
• Review contractor submittals, RFIs, and related construction documentation for compliance with design intent and project requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, energy standards, industry regulations, and engineering best practices.
• Perform and oversee QA/QC reviews to ensure technical accuracy, consistency, and quality across all project deliverables.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams to develop integrated project solutions.
• Coordinate with building departments and regulatory agencies to support permitting and approvals processes.
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen long-term relationships with client-partners.
• Represent the firm professionally in written correspondence, virtual meetings, and in-person client interactions.
• Support business development initiatives through networking, client engagement, proposal participation, and industry involvement.
• Contribute to strategic growth initiatives and help identify opportunities for new and repeat business.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and oversight to electrical engineers, designers, and project team members.
• Guide staff development, assign project responsibilities, review work for quality and accuracy, and foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution; ABET accreditation preferred.
• Active California Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience designing electrical systems for commercial, industrial, institutional, hospitality, residential, or mixed-use buildings.
• Demonstrated experience managing engineering projects, teams, and client relationships.
• Proven ability to build and maintain a strong client base and contribute to business development efforts.
• Prior experience mentoring and leading engineering staff is strongly preferred.

Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of electrical engineering systems, design practices, and construction methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects, priorities, and client relationships concurrently.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
• Outstanding organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit preferred.
• Proficiency in Energy Pro, EasyPower, and other industry-standard electrical engineering software.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, energy regulations, and industry standards.

Benefits

Health and Wellness Support: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with a generous Firm contribution to health savings accounts. Other programs include voluntary short- and long-term disability, voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity benefits, monthly wellness reimbursements, telehealth benefits, mental health counseling, employee assistance programs, Medicare transition services, and financial wellness benefits.

Professional Development Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement program, mentorship opportunities, and benefits such as paid membership to a professional organization and opportunities for selection into our Next Generation Leadership Training or Associates and Directors Program further supports the growth and development of our team.

Ownership and Prosperity: As an ESOP company, GF takes pride in offering every team member a stake in our success. Through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, our employees benefit from shared company prosperity, creating a culture of shared goals and achievements.

Work-Life Integration: Flexible work schedules, paid time off, paid holidays, half-day Fridays, and paid parental leave allow our team members to achieve professional success while maintaining a fulfilling personal life.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, familial status, partnership status, protected veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.