Director of Electrical Engineering

LK Architecture is seeking a Director of Electrical Engineering. In this exempt, full-time leadership role, you will champion departmental operations, mentor a high-performing team, and cultivate executive-level client relationships.

As a licensed Professional Engineer with at least 10 years of experience, you will balance high-level strategic management with hands-on technical execution. You will report directly to the President/CEO and COO, working under minimal supervision to drive engineering excellence, maintain rigorous quality standards, and support firm-wide business growth.

• Team Oversight: Manage scheduling, assign personnel, and balance workloads across multiple simultaneous projects based on individual strengths.
• Talent Development: Drive hiring, conduct performance appraisals, deliver salary recommendations, and provide continuous technical mentorship and training.
• Operations: Develop and refine departmental policies, technical standards, and interdepartmental workflows. Review and approve team timesheets.

• Senior Engineering: Step in as a Senior Engineer 6 when necessary to meet complex project demands, tight schedules, and company goals.
• Construction Documents: Produce and review high-quality construction drawings utilizing Revit and AutoCAD to meet strict deadlines.
• Specifications & Codes: Edit project specification sections, maintain the company "Master Set," and resolve non-routine code issues with local officials.
• Studies & Reports: Conduct engineering studies, analyze existing systems, design schematic layouts, and author comprehensive Design Narratives.

• Quality Assurance: Conduct rigorous reviews of your own work and departmental deliverables to ensure flawless accuracy and code compliance.
• Field Oversight: Manage submittal reviews, respond to complex RFIs, conduct site visits to monitor progress, and publish timely Site Observation Reports.
• File Management: Maintain strict adherence to the department’s digital file structure and oversee project archiving.

• Client Relations: Build and sustain strong client relationships through regular engagement, serving as a trusted technical advisor.
• Growth Initiatives: Actively contribute to business development efforts, attend client meetings, and deliver compelling presentations.
• Financial Accountability: Determine project budget hours and retain ultimate accountability for completing departmental projects within budget.

• Experience: Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering design and departmental leadership.
• Licensure: Must be a licensed Professional Engineer (PE).

• Software Proficiency: Expert-level knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD.
• Discipline Applications: Proficient in Easy Power, Visual or AGI 32, Com Check, and Cummins Power Suite.
• Code Knowledge: Advanced, up-to-date understanding of applicable national and local electrical and building codes.

• Communication: Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills for internal teams and corporate clients.
• Availability: Flexibility to attend early, late, or off-site meetings, and travel as required for project, department, or business development needs.
• Commitment: Ability to work the hours required to meet deadlines (typical overtime ranges from 5% to 10%).

Compensation & Schedule

• Job Type: Full-time
• FLSA Status: Exempt

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Financial Security: 401(k) and ESOP Plan, Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Vacation and Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Growth & Mobility: Professional Development Assistance and comprehensive Relocation Assistance.

LK Architecture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, disability, age, or any other category protected by law.