Electrical Principal

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Electrical Principal Job Description

• Act as Engineer-of-Record for projects and/or project components of varying degrees of complexity.
• Evaluate, select, specify, and review shop drawings for electrical systems and products for a project.
• Engage in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Utilize technologies in development of three-dimensional models of electrical systems.
• Provide supervision, guidance, training, and mentorship for junior and intermediate engineers and designers.
• Prepare and revise documentation in various phases of design and construction, including plans, single line diagrams, ladder control schematics, equipment layouts, and details.
• Lead project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors.
• Participate in client project requirement meetings, value analysis, and basic cost estimating.
• Develop and manage the electrical discipline scope, budget, staffing, and schedule for projects.
• Lead the preparation and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents.
• Conduct quality assurance and constructability reviews of project deliverables produced by peers and subordinate engineers.
• Assist in the development of new standards and specifications for the electrical group as well as maintenance and update of existing standards.
• Assist with the development of proposals for projects.
• Conduct and/or oversee reviews required to assess field conditions.
• Conduct and/or oversee construction phase services, respond to RFIs, review shop drawings, and conduct reviews of construction for general conformance with design.

• Requisite knowledge, interpretation, and application of industry standards as well as electrical and building codes.
• Strong understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications, specifically in the municipal water/wastewater industry.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, the National Electrical Code, means and methods, materials, and industry standards, particularly related to the water/wastewater industry.
• Ability to lead one or more teams through all phases of project document production.
• Advanced understanding of electrical engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.
• Minimum 15 years of experience.
• Experience mentoring and supervising junior staff.

• Very strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong presentation, interpersonal, and interview skills.
• Well‑versed understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and Auto Desk products (i.e., AutoCAD) and/or Bentley products (i.e., Microstation).
• Familiarity with Revit is an asset.
• Experience with specialized power system software such as ETAP and/or SKM Power Tools is an asset.

Enjoy a hybrid work environment in a multi‑discipline consulting firm that offers a variety of project types, fostering a career‑oriented culture with growth opportunities. The firm prides itself on employee longevity, with an average tenure of 17 years among senior staff. Projects are abundant, with a backlog extending over 3 years, ensuring stability and growth.

This is a Permanent position based out of Seattle, WA.

The pay range for this position is $150000.00 – $450000.00/yr.

Profit Sharing, 401k, bonus, benefits, opportunity to lead a market sector.

This is a hybrid position in Seattle,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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