The Senior Electrical Engineer/Project Manager will lead the design and coordination of electrical systems for commercial and institutional construction, overseeing power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage infrastructure. This role requires a PE license and a minimum of ten years of experience, with responsibilities for mentoring staff and managing client relationships.
Overview
Direct the development of electrical systems from concept through construction documents, coordinating with multidisciplinary design teams to deliver compliant, efficient solutions for commercial and institutional projects. Focus areas include power distribution, lighting design, and low-voltage systems, with leadership in project management and client engagement.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and mentor project staff while contributing hands-on design work as needed.
- Prepare construction documents for electrical systems for commercial, healthcare, educational, and institutional buildings.
- Develop electrical calculations and power distribution schemes, including switchgear, transformers, panelboards, feeders, and branch circuits.
- Create electrical one-line diagrams, panel schedules, load calculations, and power studies.
- Design and coordinate emergency and standby power systems, including generators and UPS systems.
- Support the design of low-voltage systems such as fire alarm, communications, and security infrastructure.
- Design interior and exterior lighting systems with photometric analysis and energy-compliant layouts and controls.
- Coordinate with internal and external subconsultants, including architects and mechanical and plumbing engineers, for equipment power and control needs.
- Perform field verification of existing systems for renovation projects.
- Write and edit technical specifications to reflect project requirements.
- Engage with manufacturer representatives to determine solutions for specific applications.
- Prepare design deliverables for owner submittals at SD, DD, and CD levels.
- Conduct project construction administration, including responses to RFIs, submittal reviews, bulletins, change orders, field visits, and punch walks for installation verification.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
- Lead electrical engineering efforts on projects from schematic design through construction administration.
- Prepare proposals for clients as lead A/E or sub-consultant.
- Coordinate with company team leads to optimize resource use and maintain project budgets and schedules.
- Review designs as part of AEC's QA/QC process and maintain internal design standards and quality control procedures.
- Participate in meetings with clients, authorities having jurisdiction, and other professionals as required.
- Engage in business development activities, participate in trade organizations, and assist with presentations as needed.
Requirements
- Ten or more years of electrical design and project management experience.
- Demonstrated experience with power distribution and lighting systems for buildings.
- Working knowledge of design and analysis software such as Revit, AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, Easypower, and Visual.
- Professional Engineer license.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code and other applicable electrical codes, NFPA guidelines, and energy codes.
Technologies
- Revit
- AutoCAD
- SKM
- ETAP
- Easypower
- Visual
Benefits
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible work schedule
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- 401(k) with 3% company contribution
- ESOP ownership
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Compensation
Annual salary range of USD 115,000 to 130,000, depending on experience.
About Advanced Engineering Consultants
Advanced Engineering Consultants (AEC) is a consulting engineering firm offering mechanical, electrical, plumbing, technology, and fire protection engineering services. Established in 1998, AEC serves clients across Ohio, the Midwest, and the nation, including municipalities, state and federal agencies, local and higher education institutions, healthcare, and commercial entities. As consulting engineers, we guide clients through project processes by delivering sound engineering advice and high-quality construction documents for renovations or new building projects. AEC operates as an ESOP employee-owned firm, established in December 2021 to provide ownership opportunities and align employee interests with firm performance.
About the firm
Advanced Engineering Consultants specializes in building MEP engineering design and supports renovation and new construction projects through multidisciplinary collaboration. Our ESOP structure emphasizes ownership and transparency, reinforcing our commitment to quality and client satisfaction.
