Principal Engineer

Job Title:

Electrical Principal

Job Description

The Electrical Principal leads the electrical discipline design and engineering for complex and impactful projects, with a strong focus on water and wastewater facilities. As a licensed professional and Engineer-of-Record, this role is responsible for the technical quality, coordination, and delivery of electrical systems design, from concept through construction. The Electrical Principal applies advanced electrical engineering knowledge and professional judgment to size, evaluate, select, and specify electrical systems in accordance with applicable codes and standards, while also contributing to business development, mentoring staff, and shaping group standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

+ Serve as Engineer-of-Record for projects and project components of varying size and complexity, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with codes and standards.

+ Evaluate, select, and specify electrical systems, equipment, and products, and review related shop drawings for accuracy and conformance with design intent.

+ Develop and refine electrical designs using sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats to clearly communicate design concepts.

+ Utilize technologies and software tools to create three-dimensional models of electrical systems and integrate them into overall project models.

+ Provide supervision, guidance, training, and mentorship to junior and intermediate engineers and designers, supporting their technical and professional development.

+ Prepare and revise documentation across all phases of design and construction, including plans, single-line diagrams, ladder control schematics, equipment layouts, and detailed drawings.

+ Lead project coordination meetings with internal team members and external stakeholders, including consultants, owners, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.

+ Participate in client meetings to define project requirements, perform value analysis, and support the development of basic construction cost estimates.

+ Develop and manage the electrical discipline scope, budget, staffing plan, and schedule for assigned projects to meet quality, timeline, and financial objectives.

+ Lead the preparation and coordination of electrical project specifications and ensure their alignment with drawings and other construction documents.

+ Conduct quality assurance and constructability reviews of project deliverables produced by peers and subordinate engineers, providing clear and constructive feedback.

+ Assist in the creation, maintenance, and updating of electrical group standards and specifications to promote consistency and best practices across projects.

+ Contribute to business development activities by assisting with the preparation of proposals and supporting interviews and presentations as required.

+ Conduct and oversee field reviews and investigations to assess existing conditions and inform design decisions.

+ Provide construction phase services, including responding to requests for information (RFIs), reviewing shop drawings, and performing construction reviews for general conformance with the design.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

+ Licensed Professional Engineer.

+ Minimum 15 years of electrical engineering experience.

+ Extensive experience in low voltage, medium voltage, and high voltage electrical systems.

+ Advanced understanding of electrical engineering concepts and the ability to apply them to power distribution, power generation, controls, lighting, and related systems, particularly in water and wastewater applications.

+ Requisite knowledge, interpretation, and application of electrical and building codes, including the National Electrical Code and relevant industry standards.

+ Strong understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications, especially in the municipal water and wastewater sector.

+ Proven ability to lead one or more teams through all phases of project document production, from concept to construction.

+ Demonstrated ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and to manage time effectively to meet project budgets and schedules.

+ Very strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical information.

+ Strong presentation, interpersonal, and interview skills to effectively engage clients and project stakeholders.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for documentation, analysis, and communication.

+ Proficiency with Auto Desk products such as AutoCAD and/or Bentley products such as Micro Station for design and documentation.

+ Experience mentoring and supervising junior staff, with a track record of supporting their growth and development.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience designing electrical systems for building and infrastructure projects, including water and wastewater facilities.

+ Familiarity with Revit for building information…