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Senior Electrical Engineer

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Senior Electrical Engineer / Senior Electrical Designer

Location: Austin, TX or San Antonio, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry Focus: Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing (MEP) Engineering / Public Sector & Education / Data Centers

Salary Range: $140,000 – $170,000 based on experience

Position Overview

Our client is a leading Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing (MEP) engineering consulting firm in Texas focused on delivering high-quality engineering solutions across public sector, institutional, and commercial projects.

They are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer or Senior Electrical Designer to support the design and delivery of electrical systems for K-12 schools and government facilities. This role is ideal for a seasoned electrical professional with strong design experience who enjoys working in a collaborative consulting environment and contributing to meaningful public infrastructure projects.

The position offers flexibility for either a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or a highly experienced Senior Electrical Designer without a PE, provided the candidate brings strong technical expertise and project leadership capability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of electrical systems for commercial, institutional, and public-sector facilities.

  • Develop power distribution, lighting, and building electrical system designs.

  • Prepare detailed electrical schematics, drawings, and construction documentation.

  • Coordinate closely with Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing (MEP) teams, architects, and project managers.

  • Ensure electrical designs comply with industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

  • Conduct technical analysis and design reviews to identify and resolve system issues.

  • Support projects through multiple phases including schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.

  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.

  • Stay current on advancements in electrical design technologies and incorporate best practices into project delivery.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.

  • 8+ years of experience in electrical design within building systems or consulting engineering environments.

  • Experience designing electrical systems for commercial, institutional, or public-sector facilities.

  • Proficiency with AutoCAD or other electrical design software.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas or ability to obtain.

  • Experience with Revit / BIM coordination.

  • Experience leading electrical design on complex building projects.

  • Experience working on K-12, municipal, or government facilities.

  • Experience mentoring or supervising junior engineering staff.

Project Types / Industry Sectors

  • K-12 school facilities

  • Municipal and government buildings

  • Public infrastructure projects

  • Institutional and civic facilities

  • Commercial buildings

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range $140,000 – $170,000 based on experience

  • Hybrid work schedule

  • Competitive benefits package

  • Opportunity to work on impactful public-sector projects throughout Texas

  • Collaborative engineering environment with strong technical leadership

Schedule & Location

  • Hybrid work model

  • Office locations: Austin, TX or San Antonio, TX

  • Full-time permanent position