Electrical Engineer

Senior Project Electrical Engineer

Established multi-disciplined consulting firm is looking to add a talented Senior Project Electrical Engineer to their Des Moines, Iowa team! Responsibilities include building/maintaining relationships with municipal clients, architects, contractors, and internal teams; technical lead on electrical systems designs; participation in client meetings; ensuring code compliance; coordinating with utility providers to ensure seamless project delivery; mentoring/training junior staff; leading electrical system design from planning through construction documentation/administration; designing building systems including power distribution, interior/exterior and emergency lighting with controls, fire alarm systems, low-voltage infrastructure, and backup and standby power systems; performing engineering calculations, lighting/photometric modeling, load analysis, and equipment sizing; preparing detailed drawings/specifications; stamping/certifying engineering documents; providing project & quality oversight including internal quality reviews and QA/QC process support; assisting with preparing cost estimates, scopes of work, and technical details for proposals/RFQs; assisting with submittal reviews, responding to RFIs, and performing site observations; and assisting with business development initiatives.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering (electrical focus); 5+ years of relevant experience designing electrical systems for buildings; 4+ years of relevant experience with a Master's degree; experience in K-12 schools and/or municipal building design preferred; Professional Engineering (PE) license; willingness and ability to obtain additional state licensure as needed; LEED AP, Lighting Certified (LC), or other relevant certifications preferred; extensive knowledge of NEC, IBC, IECC, and local electrical code requirements; expertise in designing systems tailored to educational and public-sector building types; proficient in Revit and electrical modeling tools such as SKM, AGi32, or Visual preferred; and familiarity with using generator manufacturer sizing software. Salary is commensurate with experience. Successful applicants must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.