Senior Lead Electrical Engineer

Jobgether

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Work arrangement
Remote
Location
US
Compensation
Not disclosed
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April 13, 2027

About this role

<h3>Accountabilities:</h3><li>Lead advanced electrical engineering design activities for hyperscale data centers, commercial buildings, and other mission-critical facilities, covering the full project lifecycle from conceptual design through construction documentation.</li><li>Design and oversee electrical distribution systems, power topologies, infrastructure layouts, and equipment selection and sizing, ensuring system reliability, scalability, and compliance with applicable codes.</li><li>Direct project engineers in developing electrical construction drawings, technical specifications, sequences of operation, and other engineering deliverables using AutoCAD, Revit, and related design tools.</li><li>Prepare and review electrical specifications, project proposals, scopes of work, schedules, budgets, and resource forecasts while maintaining control over project costs, timelines, and scope changes.</li><li>Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews, including peer reviews of designs, drawings, specifications, and calculations for projects led by other engineers.</li><li>Lead construction-phase engineering activities, including site assessments, existing-condition surveys, technical reporting, shop drawing and submittal reviews, responses to Requests for Information (RFIs), change order evaluations, punch lists, and project closeout documentation.</li><li>Coordinate closely with project management teams and other stakeholders to ensure engineering deliverables meet client expectations, organizational standards, safety requirements, and contractual obligations.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and contribute to client program management, business development, and marketing activities where appropriate.</li><li>Support technical research and the preparation of papers, presentations, and other materials for industry conferences and professional publications.</li><li>Mentor engineers and other associates, support training and professional development, contribute to engineering standards and organizational policies, and assist with strategic planning and recruitment activities as needed.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to use digital platforms, workflow automation, advanced analytics, data visualization, and AI-enabled tools to improve documentation, forecasting, reporting, quality control, and project management.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to ensure technology adoption aligns with data security, privacy, operational integrity, and engineering standards while promoting continuous improvement and innovation.</li><li>Manage multiple complex assignments simultaneously, coordinate and delegate team responsibilities effectively, and deliver high-quality work within agreed schedules and budgets.</li><li>Undertake additional related responsibilities as assigned and travel domestically as needed, including occasional visits to project sites, client meetings, and industry events.</li><h2>Requirements:</h2><li>Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.</li><li>Professional Engineer (PE) license in a relevant discipline.</li><li>At least 13 years of professional electrical engineering experience, with the advanced technical expertise and leadership capabilities required to manage complex projects and engineering teams.</li><li>Advanced knowledge of building electrical systems, including single-phase and three-phase power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, grounding, and life safety systems.</li><li>Strong understanding of electrical distribution topologies, equipment selection and sizing, and applicable electrical codes and standards, including the National Electrical Code, life safety codes, and energy conservation requirements.</li><li>Experience with advanced electrical engineering calculations and technical studies, including short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination, arc-flash studies, underground feeder calculations, lighting calculations, and equipment sizing.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit for producing engineering drawings, layouts, and technical visualizations.</li><li>Experience developing and reviewing construction documents, technical specifications, engineering calculations, and code compliance analyses.</li><li>Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, plan and delegate work, manage resources, and oversee projects involving complex technical requirements, budgets, and deadlines.</li><li>Strong client-facing skills, including the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences and serve as a primary client contact.</li><li>Excellent organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills, with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams, along with effective digital file and document management practices.</li><li>Ability to work independently in a remote environment, demonstrating initiative, self-motivation, resourcefulness, and strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Familiarity with digital engineering platforms, workflow automation, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools is beneficial, particularly where these technologies can improve design quality, efficiency, and project controls.</li><li>Commitment to applicable workplace and project-site safety requirements, professional standards, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Willingness to travel up to 10% within the United States, potentially to any of the 50 states, for project visits, client meetings, business development activities, and industry events.</li><h2>Benefits:</h2><li>
<strong>Competitive annual salary:</strong>$148,000–$200,000, depending on qualifications, experience, skills, and work location.</li><li>
<strong>Remote work flexibility:</strong>Work virtually from anywhere in the United States, with occasional domestic travel.</li><li>
<strong>Comprehensive healthcare:</strong>Choice of medical plans, including two PPO-style options and a high-deductible health plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA) option.</li><li>
<strong>Dental and vision coverage:</strong>Comprehensive plans for eligible employees and their spouses or domestic partners and dependent children up to age 26.</li><li>
<strong>Flexible spending accounts:</strong>Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for eligible healthcare and other expenses.</li><li>
<strong>Retirement savings:</strong>401(k) plan with employer matching and an optional self-directed brokerage account.</li><li>
<strong>Paid time off:</strong>PTO, including additional paid time off during the final week of the year.</li><li>
<strong>Life insurance:</strong>Employer-paid life insurance coverage for employees and eligible dependents.</li><li>
<strong>Disability and accident protection:</strong>Short-term and long-term disability insurance, along with accidental death and dismemberment (AD&amp;D) coverage.</li><li>
<strong>Family support:</strong>Paid parental leave after one year of employment.</li><li>
<strong>Professional development:</strong>Opportunities for continued learning, tuition reimbursement, and professional licensing assistance.</li><li>
<strong>Career growth:</strong>Opportunities to lead high-impact engineering projects, mentor technical teams, contribute to strategic initiatives, and advance expertise in mission-critical infrastructure.</li>

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