Sr. Electrical Engineer

About Us

Novel Engineering & Consulting is a specialized architecture and engineering firm focused on the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced manufacturing industries. We design and deliver GMP-compliant facilities, cleanrooms, laboratories, and highly technical environments for clients across the U.S. and internationally. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and delivering engineering excellence to improve human health. 

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Designer / Engineer to join our growing team in a fully remote capacity. The ideal candidate will bring 10–15 years of experience in electrical design, quality control, and project management, with a proven ability to lead projects, mentor team members, and maintain strong client relationships. 

This role will be responsible for designing electrical systems for complex life-science and industrial facilities, performing quality reviews, and contributing to the continuous improvement of Novel’s standards and tools. The successful candidate will also support project coordination across disciplines and provide leadership on electrical scope execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical system design for life-science, pharmaceutical, biotech, and advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Perform quality control reviews of electrical documents, ensuring compliance with project requirements, codes, and industry standards.
• Develop and maintain design tools, standards, and processes that improve efficiency and consistency across projects.
• Coordinate with architecture, mechanical, plumbing, and process teams to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Support project management activities including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, and client communication.
• Mentor junior designers and engineers, fostering professional growth within the electrical team.
• Participate in remote collaboration sessions, design reviews, and client meetings as a technical lead. 

Qualifications

• B.S. in Architectural Engineering or related discipline (required).
• 10–15 years of electrical design experience in fast-paced engineering environments.
• Strong background in commercial, retail, mixed-use, warehouse, and data center projects; pharmaceutical/life-science facility experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with CAD and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Revit a plus.
• Demonstrated skills in problem-solving, organization, leadership, and communication.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting while maintaining strong collaboration with the team.
• Work on cutting-edge projects in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
• Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial firm where your experience directly shapes our growth.
• Flexible remote position with opportunities for periodic site visits or client meetings. Competitive compensation, benefits, an

Why Join Novel?

• Work on cutting-edge projects in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
• Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial firm where your experience directly shapes our growth.
• Flexible remote position with opportunities for periodic site visits or client meetings.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities.