Senior Electrical Engineer

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Engineering Charlottesville , Virginia Full-Time Aug 26, 2026

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer / Subject Matter Expert to lead the design and delivery of complex electrical engineering projects. This role combines hand-on technical design with project leadership, requiring close collaboration with clients, design professionals, and engineering teams to develop high-quality construction documents and engineering solutions. The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving project success while mentoring and directing design team members.

About TAI:

TAI brings together engineering, construction, systems integration, on-site services, and technical services - combining proven execution with trusted expertise to support clients across the entire project lifecycle. Team members at TAI are capable, well-rounded, flexible, and optimistic. We have found that the best employees are the ones who recognize the importance of what they do and the ones who let that guide them in the actions they take. More than any skill, we seek people who make decisions that support the common good. We work for our clients, and we work for one another.

Here’s a glimpse into your day to day:

• Individuals may support other engineers or project managers as needed.
• Research applicable industry standards, prepare and critique engineering studies, analysis of systems, preliminary and detailed engineering designs.
• Develop and review engineering specifications and project cost estimates.
• Direct and review work of project design team, check progress of work and alert managers to change of scope and additional services.
• Coordinate all aspects of project document completion.
• Direct contributing engineers and CAD designers for the preparation of construction drawings.
• Possess ability to interpret applicable codes.
• Independently work with code officials and other design professionals when an interpretation or exception to codes is required.
• Coordinate project design with other engineering disciplines.

You’ll be a perfect fit if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; Electrical Engineering
• Professional Engineer licensure is a plus.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of electrical design experience helping to create and review electrical drawing packages for a wide range of projects.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting projects within the Pharma/Biotech/Life Science industry.
• Experience supporting complex projects with laboratories, datacenters, or hospitals may also be considered.
• Subject Matter Expert in Electrical Power Systems, Building Services Systems, Process Equipment, and other SHE Critical items.
• Extensive experience designing, reviewing and approving Electrical Construction Drawing sets including but not limited to single lines, grounding plans, lightning protection, lighting plans, power plans, fire alarm, communication and security infrastructure plans.
• Extensive experience with generator sizing software.
• Interact with customers to gather critical information.
• Working Knowledge of NEC (NFPA 70).
• In depth knowledge of LEED, ASHRAE, IECC, and IGCC energy codes.
• Knowledge of IES recommendations.
• Experience supporting mission critical and/or secure facilities design projects is preferred.
• Preferably knowledge of SKM, Easypower, or ETAP.

Candidates should have experience with the following software:

• Microsoft Office applications - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project
• AutoCAD and/or Revit (ability to open drawings, navigate, edit text, and print)
• Masterspec

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay: $135,000-175,000 Annually (depending on experience)
• Eligible for overtime pay
• Annual Profit Sharing Bonus (variable)
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Health Benefits: Employee through family level coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurances. Company funded life and long-term disability insurances. Short Term Disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, and supplemental life insurances (employee - family) are also available!
• 401(k)with employer match

Other Offerings:

• The opportunity to make a real impact on a variety of industry-leading projects.
• The ability to balance your work and family activities.
• Flexible work schedule
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment that values creativity and innovation.
• A chance to learn and grow alongside some of the brightest minds in engineering.
• Professional Development, Tuition Reimbursement, and Association Membership Reimbursements.

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