Electrical Engineering PE

Job Description Electrical Engineer Location: Spindale, NC (Company Headquarters)
Job Type: Full-Time, In-person
15,000 Sign-On Bonus
*Relocation Assistance Available for Highly Qualified Candidates
Lead and Strengthen the Engineering Team Behind Landmark Electrical Construction Projects
Fountain Services is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead and strengthen our Engineering Department supporting major commercial and industrial electrical construction projects throughout the Southeast.
This is a department leadership role focused on people, technical guidance, problem-solving, quality, and continuous improvement . You will lead a team of approximately 8–10 engineering professionals while partnering closely with Project Management, Estimating, VDC/BIM, Field Operations, Prefabrication, and Executive Leadership.
The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with strong electrical construction experience who can develop people, establish effective engineering processes, provide technical direction, and help the Engineering team deliver the support our construction projects need to succeed.
Projects You'll Help Support
Our Engineering team supports projects ranging from several million dollars to more than $30 million, including:
Appalachian State University Residence Halls – $22 Million
Along with healthcare, manufacturing, industrial, education, municipal, and commercial projects throughout North and South Carolina.
As the Electrical Engineer, you will lead the Engineering Department and provide the technical direction, resources, and support needed to help our construction teams successfully deliver complex electrical projects.
Lead, mentor, and develop an Engineering team of approximately 8–10 professionals
Establish priorities and assign engineering resources based on project schedules, workload, and company needs
Provide technical guidance and problem-solving support to engineers and project teams
Review engineering deliverables for accuracy, quality, constructability, and field usability
Support engineers in resolving complex design, coordination, and construction challenges
Partner with Project Management, Estimating, VDC/BIM, Field Operations, Prefabrication, Procurement, and Executive Leadership
Improve engineering processes, standards, workflows, and quality control
Establish consistent engineering practices and expectations across projects
Identify opportunities to improve constructability, efficiency, prefabrication, and project execution
Support Design-Build and Design-Assist projects from concept through completion
Provide technical input on electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, and construction documents
Assist with value engineering and technical solutions that improve project outcomes and control costs
Help identify engineering and project risks before they impact construction
Use project schedules and construction priorities to guide engineering deliverables
Monitor department workload, performance, quality, and project support
Foster accountability, collaboration, professional development, and continuous improvement within the Engineering team
Work with Executive Leadership to develop the Engineering Department and support the company's continued growth
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program

• 8+ years of electrical engineering and/or commercial or industrial electrical construction experience
• Experience leading, mentoring, or managing engineering professionals
• Strong understanding of electrical power distribution systems and commercial electrical construction
• Strong knowledge of electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, and construction documents
• Working knowledge of NEC requirements and electrical construction practices
• Strong understanding of constructability, project sequencing, and field installation
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical and construction issues
• Ability to work effectively with engineers, project managers, field personnel, and executive leadership
• Experience improving department processes, standards, workflows, or quality systems

Experience with construction and engineering technology such as:
AutoCAD
Revit
BIM/VDC coordination platforms
Microsoft Project
Other electrical engineering, design, and construction software
Since 1946, Fountain Services has earned a reputation as one of the Southeast's premier electrical contractors by investing in our employees and delivering exceptional work.
Lead and develop an established Engineering Department
Influence company-wide engineering standards and processes
Work on landmark commercial and industrial projects
Collaborate directly with Project Management, Operations, VDC/BIM, Prefabrication, and Executive Leadership
Solve complex technical and construction challenges
Help shape the future of a growing company
15,000 Sign-On Bonus

• Relocation Assistance
• Performance-Based Bonuses
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company Events & Team Building Activities

Founded in 1946, Fountain Services is one of the Southeast's leading electrical contractors with offices throughout North and South Carolina.
We specialize in commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, municipal, manufacturing, and design-build electrical construction. Our success is built on quality craftsmanship, long-term customer relationships, and investing in the people who make it all possible.
If you're a licensed Professional Engineer who enjoys leading people, solving complex problems, improving processes, and strengthening the engineering support behind major construction projects, apply today.