Senior Electrical Engineer; Venue

Summary

Electrical Engineers and Electrical Designers are responsible for the design, coordination, documentation, and delivery of electrical building systems for our Venue Sector. Think environments like airports, convention centers, theatres, concert venues, recreational centres, gyms, collegiate and professional sports arenas, stadiums, and training facilities.

Depending on experience level, individuals may perform engineering calculations, prepare and review design documents, coordinate with project teams, manage tasks or projects, provide technical leadership, mentor others, and support business development activities. All team members are expected to uphold a client‑centric mindset, demonstrate quality and integrity, and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and continuously learning environment.

Responsible for guiding complex electrical engineering efforts. This role provides advanced technical expertise, leads discipline teams, oversees project quality, mentors designers and engineers, resolves major design and construction challenges, and contributes to practice‑level strategy, operations, and business development.

• Lead electrical engineering design from concept through completion for complex or large‑scale projects.
• Direct or oversee the preparation of design documents, system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Develop solutions to advanced and highly complex engineering problems, providing discipline‑wide technical guidance.
• Serve as a mentor and coach across teams and practices, including supervising less‑experienced designers and engineers.
• Participate in or lead staffing recommendations, training initiatives, and technical strategy development.
• Provide quality oversight, including conducting and/or issuing final quality reviews to ensure compliance with standards and best practices.
• Communicate with clients, resolve conflicts, and provide leadership in responding to technical questions or design challenges.
• Lead or support strategic business development efforts and maintain key client and partner relationships.
• Serve as Engineer of Record when assigned, ensuring technical accuracy, accountability, and adherence to professional standards.

• Leadership & Influence
• Coaching & Development
• Quality & Accountability
• Collaboration & Inclusion
• Innovation & Professional Responsibility

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field (electrical, mechanical, fire protection, or architectural)
• 12+ years of relevant experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
• Additional technical certifications (e.g., RCDD, NICET, CPD, LEED, WELL) highly preferred
• Advanced to expert proficiency in electrical engineering design, applicable codes and standards, Revit, Bluebeam, and construction processes
• Demonstrated ability to lead discipline coordination and manage complex or large‑scale project scopes
• MEP/Construction industry experience
• High technical aptitude and strong problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus
• Clear communication and willingness to ask questions
• Accountability, reliability, and ethical behaviour
• Commitment to accuracy and quality
• Collaboration and receptiveness to feedback

• Industry‑leading 401K match and profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Paid training for professional development
• Performance bonuses
• Comprehensive and extensive insurance coverage
• Paid term life and disability insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Financial wellness & coaching program

Individual salaries may be higher or lower than the stated range depending on factors unrelated to the applicant’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can vary from this range based on geographic cost of labor statistical differentials.

Denver – $132,000 to $198,000

Las Vegas – $126,000 to $189,000

Los Angeles – $139,200 to $208,800

New York City – $146,600 to $219,600

Washington DC – $139,200 to $208,800

Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E‑Verify program. Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment. All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.