Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer

Location: Fenton, MOEmployment Type: Full-TimeIndustry Focus: Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing (MEP) Engineering / Commercial Buildings

Salary Range: $100,000 – $200,000 + performance bonus

Position Overview

Our client, a growing Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing (MEP) engineering consulting firm, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support the design and delivery of electrical systems for commercial and institutional facilities.

This hybrid role is ideal for an experienced electrical engineer with 10+ years of commercial building design experience who is ready to step into a leadership position. The successful candidate will lead electrical design efforts, coordinate closely with multidisciplinary teams, and manage projects from concept through construction.

This position offers the opportunity to lead project teams, mentor junior engineers, and serve as a direct client interface, making it an excellent opportunity for someone ready to expand their leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for commercial and institutional building projects.

• Develop power distribution, lighting, and building electrical system designs.

• Lead electrical design efforts through all phases of a project including concept, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.

• Manage project schedules, budgets, and staffing allocations.

• Coordinate with Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing (MEP) teams, architects, and contractors.

• Interface directly with clients to review project requirements, progress, and technical solutions.

• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.

• Review drawings and specifications to ensure quality and compliance with project standards.

• Utilize AutoCAD for electrical design documentation; support projects utilizing Revit where applicable.

• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

• 10+ years of electrical design experience in commercial or institutional buildings.

• Strong experience designing electrical systems for building projects.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD.

• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Ability to manage project resources, schedules, and budgets.

• Strong client communication and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

• Experience with Revit / BIM modeling.

• Experience managing full project teams or leading electrical departments on projects.

• Experience across diverse building types including municipal, healthcare, education, and industrial facilities.

Project Types / Industry Sectors

Projects span a wide range of commercial and institutional facilities including:

• Municipal facilities (city halls, police stations)

• Commercial buildings

• Automotive dealerships and service facilities

• Car wash and commercial laundry facilities

• Healthcare facilities

• Industrial buildings

• Office developments

• Institutional and religious facilities

• Restaurants and retail

• Schools and universities

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range $100,000 – $200,000 depending on experience

• Performance bonus up to approximately four weeks of salary

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and family

• 401(k) with 50% company match up to 8%

• Paid time off

• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage

• $5,000 annual tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees, certifications, and licensure

• Relocation assistance available

Schedule & Location

• Hybrid schedule based in Fenton, Missouri

• Option to work nine-hour days with every other Friday off

• Full-time permanent position