Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their collaborative, multidisciplinary consulting engineering team in Austin.

ABOUT THE FIRM

Our client is an established consulting engineering firm specializing in electrical system design across diverse building types including industrial facilities, higher education campuses, healthcare institutions, and commercial developments. They foster a team-oriented culture focused on innovative design solutions, professional development, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This role offers the chance to work on challenging, high-impact projects while growing your technical and leadership capabilities within a supportive engineering environment. You'll contribute to electrical system design from concept through construction, mentor emerging engineers, and collaborate with architects, mechanical engineers, and other design professionals on complex projects.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Design & Engineering:

- Prepare electrical and lighting plans, specifications, and technical reports for industrial, higher education, healthcare, and commercial projects

- Design electrical power distribution systems including medium-voltage distribution, generation, and protection systems

- Develop lighting system designs for diverse building types and applications

- Perform electrical modeling and analysis using SKM, ETAP, or similar software

- Apply knowledge of electrical codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NESC, IESNA, IECC) to all designs

- Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and related design software for documentation and coordination

- Ensure designs comply with local codes, standards, and construction practices

Project Leadership & Coordination:

- Lead electrical engineering projects from concept through construction administration

- Coordinate across multiple disciplines (architectural, mechanical, structural, civil)

- Work collaboratively on interdisciplinary design teams

- Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables

- Conduct site visits for project observation and field verification

- Interface with local contractors, architects, and construction teams

Business Development & Growth:

- Support business development and marketing initiatives as needed

- Participate in proposal development and client presentations

- Build and maintain relationships with clients, contractors, and design partners

- Represent the firm at industry events and professional organizations

Team Development & Mentorship:

- Mentor junior engineers and EIT staff

- Contribute to knowledge sharing and technical training within the firm

- Support firm-wide growth initiatives and practice development

- Foster collaborative, team-oriented culture

WHAT YOU BRING

Required:

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited university

- Minimum 7 years of relevant electrical engineering consulting experience

- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification (minimum requirement)

- Focus on power industry electrical engineering and design

- Experience with industrial, higher education, healthcare, and/or commercial projects

- Proficiency with electrical modeling software (SKM, ETAP, or similar platforms)

- Strong knowledge of electrical codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NESC, IESNA, IECC)

- Strong knowledge of electrical and lighting system design for diverse building types

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively on interdisciplinary teams

- Leadership capability for project coordination across multiple disciplines

- Willingness to travel for occasional site visits

- Ability to work in the office four (4) days per week

Preferred:

- Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering (strongly preferred)

- 7-12 years of consulting engineering experience

- Experience with medium-voltage distribution, generation, and protection systems

- Lighting design experience

- Knowledge of local Austin/Texas codes and standards

- Established relationships with local contractors, architects, and construction professionals

- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and related design software

- Track record of successful project leadership and delivery

WHAT THEY OFFER

Professional Environment:

- Collaborative, multidisciplinary team culture

- Exposure to diverse, challenging projects across multiple building types and industries

- Innovative design approach with emphasis on creative problem-solving

- Mentorship opportunities and knowledge-sharing culture

- Clear pathway for professional growth and leadership development

Work Arrangement:

- Austin, TX office location

- Hybrid schedule: 4 days in office, 1 day remote flexibility

- Occasional travel for site visits and project needs

Career Development:

- Support for PE licensure (if not yet licensed)

- Professional development opportunities

- Participation in business development and client-facing activities

- Growth potential within electrical engineering practice

- Cross-disciplinary collaboration and learning

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

You're an experienced electrical engineer with substantial consulting experience who's ready to take on increasing project leadership while contributing to a collaborative team environment. You have a strong foundation in power distribution and electrical system design across multiple building types, and you're comfortable coordinating with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines. You enjoy solving complex technical challenges, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to the growth of an engineering practice. You're looking for a firm where you can advance your career while working on meaningful projects that make a lasting impact.

LOCATION

Dallas, TX (Hybrid: 4 days in office, 1 day remote)