Principal Electrical Engineer

About Us 

Sequoyah Electric does more than build complex electrical and technology systems; we share a commitment to trust, strong partnerships, and a culture grounded in delivering meaningful work the right way. As a full-service electrical and technology contractor, we integrate preconstruction, in-house engineering, and prefabrication to deliver innovative design-build solutions across a wide range of markets.

For more than 37 years, our passionate, solution-oriented professionals have driven success by taking pride in their work and supporting one another. We foster a safe, collaborative environment where accountability and teamwork go hand in hand, and where every voice contributes to better outcomes.

Our commitment extends beyond the jobsite. Giving back to the communities where we live and work is central to who we are, with ongoing volunteer efforts that make a meaningful local impact. This people-first culture has earned us recognition as a Puget Sound Best Workplace every year since 2014.

At Sequoyah, your work matters. You'll be part of a team that values your perspective, invests in your growth, and celebrates shared success. If you're looking for a place to build your career while making a real difference, we invite you to apply. Together, let's build something extraordinary.

Overview 

The Principal Electrical Engineer leads the design effort for an innovative delivery method incorporating sound engineering principles with time, cost and manufacturing considerations. The role is responsible for developing complete building electrical system solutions, including power distribution, lighting and controls, emergency power, and medium-voltage systems, while ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. They will establish technical standards and collaborate closely with clients and internal teams to drive high-quality, customer-focused solutions. This position plays a key role in advancing technical excellence, supporting strategic initiatives, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to ensure overall project success.

This role serves as a senior technical and departmental leader, driving continuous improvement in engineering processes, design quality, and constructability while supporting preconstruction pursuits and client relationships. The Principal Electrical Engineer plays a key role in optimizing design for cost, schedule and competitive advantage across both preconstruction and execution phases.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design and engineering of various projects, including electrical power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, emergency power and medium and low voltage systems.
• Participate in all phases of project planning and execution, including proposal development and financial oversight.
• Support project pursuits by reviewing bid documents to identify design optimizations, constructability improvements, and alternative approaches that enhance competitiveness and reduce risk.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure best practices in electrical system design and delivery.
• Actively integrate input from construction teams, field leadership, prefabrication, estimating and project management into the design process to ensure designs are buildable, efficient, and aligned with execution strategies.
• Provide clear design direction to maintain project scope, schedule and budget.
• Evaluate and optimize electrical designs with a focus on cost efficiency, labor productivity, material availability, and project schedule.
• Serve as a leader of continuous improvement within the engineering department by identifying, recommending, and implementing improvements to design standards, workflows, tools, and quality control processes.
• Provide mentorship, guidance and training to staff in electrical design principles, technical skills, value-driven design, constructability, and efficient problem-solving.
• Communicate with customers in the form of meetings and presentations to understand and define their needs, provide project status, and respond to requests or concerns – both verbal and written.
• Participate in client meetings and project interviews as a technical leader representing Sequoyah’s engineering capabilities and approach.
• Identify areas of improvements for various project phases including concept development, preliminary design, and final design.
• Drive quality control efforts, including structured reviews of calculations, drawings, and specification for accuracy, code compliance, constructability, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation.
• Serve as the electrical authority of electrical systems, codes, and standards.
• Review and approve electrical calculations, drawings and specifications.
• Collaborate with estimating and project teams to align design decisions with project budgets, procurement strategies, and construction sequencing.

Education and Experience Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent work experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Strong knowledge and familiarity of the National Electrical Code (NEC), International Building Code (IBC) and local energy codes.
• Strong working knowledge of Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent organizational and design skills.
• Skilled in project management, task management, and problem solving.
• Proven experience leading electrical design projects.
• Demonstrated ability to balance technical excellence with cost, schedule, and constructability considerations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence internal teams and clients through clear, solutions technical leadership.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The candidate must possess and be adaptable to the following physical abilities and working conditions:

• Ability to see, hear well (either naturally or with correction) and speak clearly
• Coordinate the movement of your eyes, hands, and fingers
• Physical requirements include sitting, standing and bending, repetitive motions of hands and wrists
• Reach for, handle, use fingers and manipulate objects
• Must be capable of working extended hour days when job/business needs demand

Employee Benefit Program

Sequoyah cares deeply about the health and wellness of our team members and their families and is proud to offer a robust total rewards package. 

• Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision (employee and eligible dependents). Low annual deductible. Eligible first month following first 30 days. 
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance (employee and eligible dependents)
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability (employee)
• 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match; Roth or Traditional options available
• Paid Time Off to cover personal time away from work
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Flex Savings Account for Medical and Dependent Care
• Voluntary supplemental insurance (i.e. Cancer Care, Accident, etc.) 
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Education Assistance Program

Salary Range: $170,000 – 225,000 per year. Opportunity for partnership share.

This job posting is a general description of the essential functions of this role. It is not intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of Sequoyah are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Sequoyah supervisors or management, regardless of job title or routine job duties.

Sequoyah is an equal opportunity employer. We are a non‐smoking facility and a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All new hires are subject to a post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen, in accordance with company policy and the NECA/IBEW Electrical Industry Drug-Free Workplace Program. As per the program, cannabis/THC is not included in pre-employment testing. It may be included for Sequoyah to be compliant with specific client contracts; we will inform you if you will be assigned to a client project or worksite where this is a requirement.