Senior Electrical Engineer - Federal

About the role

P2S|CMTA is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Seattle office and contribute to Federal, Ports, Healthcare, Education, and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in electrical design for these sectors and demonstrate strong technical expertise. This role offers a clear path toward future leadership as a Design Principal, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to advance their career.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Design Engineering: Perform field surveys for the design of electrical systems, gather information, and prepare site assessment reports; prepare electrical schematic designs.
• Design Engineering: Design power single line and riser diagrams; perform electrical calculations (arc flash, coordination, short circuit, voltage drop, load flow) using ETAP/SKM; design low voltage and medium voltage infrastructure; design for electrical equipment (substation, switchboard, transformer, panelboard) replacement projects.
• Project Management: Lead projects with a service-first mindset, ensuring client expectations are met through clear communication and technically sound, high-quality deliverables; oversee MEP design for medium to large sized projects while fostering collaboration and empowering emerging professionals; mentor junior design engineers and project managers; support the preparation of proposals for medium to large sized projects.
• Construction Administration: Provide timely responses to RFIs; review submittals with a detail-oriented and quality-driven mindset; foster collaboration with contractors and field teams; participate in punch walks and prepare punch list reports; serve as a technical advocate for the client during construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer License is required.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Ports, Federal, Healthcare, Education.
• Demonstrated experience leading electrical design projects.
• Strong experience performing QA/QC on multidisciplinary projects and mentoring emerging professionals.
• Demonstrated experience preparing fee proposals and qualification packages for project pursuits.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including preparing work breakdown structure, budget tracking, project schedule, client interface, and building long-lasting relationships based on trust.
• Experience using NEC, AutoCAD, ETAP/SKM, and Revit required.
• Experience with different delivery methods like design-build, GCCM, and design-bid-build.
• Experience with a variety of project types, including electrical equipment replacement, renovation MEPT design, new construction MEPT design, underground electrical infrastructure, and emergency power system design (generator, UPS, inverter).

Working Knowledge

• National Electrical Code (required).
• Washington State Codes (preferred).
• Unified Facilities Criteria.
• FGI Guidelines (preferred).

Non-Technical Experience

• Mentoring emerging professionals and guiding them through technical challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes, elevate team performance, and implement sustainable, high-impact solutions.
• Open to giving and receiving constructive feedback to foster continuous learning and collaboration.
• Prioritizes team goals over personal recognition and consistently builds lasting relationships grounded in trust, accountability, and mutual respect.
• Self-motivated, inquisitive, and detail-oriented; comfortable solving complex problems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on reliability and responsiveness.
• Interest in advancing into a leadership position by taking ownership of projects, mentoring others, and supporting strategic initiatives.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
• Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy-up for additional coverage.
• Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation; company holidays per policy.
• Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.
• Discount Program: Company-sponsored discount program with savings on multiple lifestyle categories.

Pay

$150,000 – $190,000. This role is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.

Schedule

Full-time hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office / 2 remote.