Senior Electrical Engineer (Remote)
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Overview
Job Description
About the Company
Our client is a well-established engineering and design firm specializing in commercial and institutional building systems. The firm is known for delivering technically sound, energy-efficient, and sustainable facility solutions through close collaboration with owners, architects, and construction partners.
With a strong portfolio of complex projects and a collaborative, team-oriented culture, this organization provides senior engineers the opportunity to lead impactful work while mentoring the next generation of engineering talent.
About the Position
The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead the electrical design and engineering of complex commercial and institutional building projects. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality, code-compliant electrical system designs that support long-term building performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability goals.
This position is ideal for an experienced MEP engineer who enjoys technical leadership, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and hands-on involvement throughout the full project lifecycle—from concept through construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead electrical system design, engineering, and specification development for assigned projects
- Manage the full engineering lifecycle from concept design through construction completion
- Ensure designs align with project scope, budgets, and applicable codes and standards
- Oversee, mentor, and review the work of engineers and designers, including calculations and drawings
- Collaborate with project management, mechanical engineering, and construction teams to meet project milestones
- Conduct site surveys, equipment evaluations, and provide field support during construction
- Review drawings and specifications to ensure client requirements and regulatory compliance
- Identify and implement design improvements that enhance efficiency, performance, and constructability
- Communicate project progress, risks, and technical solutions to internal and external stakeholders
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required)
- 7+ years of experience in electrical design for commercial, institutional, or industrial facilities
- Strong background in MEP building systems, including power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage systems
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit
- Experience with Procore, Bluebeam Revu, or similar project management tools preferred
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- This position will be remote four days a week with one day per week in the Cleveland office,
Benefits
- Competitive salary targeting $130,000-$140,000 (DOE)
- Opportunity to lead complex, high-impact projects
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment
- Career advancement and technical leadership opportunities
- Competitive benefits package (health, retirement, PTO, etc.)
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