Senior Electrical Engineer​/Project Manager

Senior Electrical Engineer/Project Manager Job Description

Posted Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00 AM | Expires Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 5:59 AM

Closing Date: 6/2/2026 11:00pm CST, or upon the receipt of 50 application submissions.

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading and managing project teams in the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement projects for Milwaukee County. Manage projects and provide subject matter expertise in the fields of electrical engineering and electrical systems related to public infrastructure. Provide exceptional customer service.

• Act as project manager, team leader, and participate as a member in project teams, charged with the control of all aspects of projects including scope, schedule, budget, and quality. Support and develop a culture of project management excellence. Coordinate with project stakeholders, client department partners, and local, state, and federal agencies. Prepare technical studies, reports, estimates, preliminary and final designs, hire consultants, and let and execute construction contracts.
  
  Ensure compliance with Milwaukee County public works ordinances and other local, state, and federal requirements. Lead the handoff of completed projects to client staff. Lead O&M training. Coordinate and ensure project closeout meets client and County requirements.
• Provide subject matter expertise in the fields of electrical engineering and electrical systems related to public infrastructure for Milwaukee County. Develop and set design, construction, and operation and maintenance standards and guidance within the field of electrical engineering. Provide technical guidance and expert opinions. Provide quality assurance and quality control reviews of design plans and specifications. Work with client departments to develop project scopes and cost estimates.
• Manage client and business sponsor relationships. Provide clear and transparent reporting to stakeholders. Collaborate with client departments to develop capital improvement programs, project scopes and budget estimates, and prepare capital budget requests. Support overall Milwaukee County project portfolio success. Work effectively in a matrix organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must be a current resident of the State of Wisconsin.
• Valid Driver’s License and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ of Professional Electrical Engineering, Project Management or similar experience is required.
• Intermediate knowledge of computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.

• Preferences will be given to candidates with project design and management experience, overseeing contracted design and construction management consultants, and experience working in local government.
• State of Wisconsin P.E. (Professional Engineer) License preferred.

• Must have thorough knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of electrical engineering. Familiarity with theories, principles, and practices of construction.
• Ability to prepare analytical engineering reports on complex public works projects.

DAS is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that is demographically and racially representative of Milwaukee County residents. DAS leadership is committed to honoring diverse experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, while fostering work environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Must be able to work in all Milwaukee County facilities including secured detention/high‑security facilities and work in areas with sensitive information and assets. Applicants must successfully undergo a criminal history background check to establish security clearance for Milwaukee County facilities and maintain this clearance throughout employment.

This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of…