Position Overview
A well-established, privately held engineering consulting firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Manager to lead and mentor a growing electrical engineering team. This individual will provide both technical leadership and people management, overseeing complex electrical design projects across commercial, institutional, and public-sector facilities.
The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, proven leadership experience, and the ability to guide teams through sophisticated, multi-discipline design challenges while maintaining quality, code compliance, and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and balance workloads across the Electrical Design team, ensuring efficient project execution
Lead and coordinate electrical engineering design efforts including:
Lighting systems
Power distribution
Information technology (voice & data)
Access control
Life safety, electronic security, and fire alarm systems
Provide technical direction on complex or unconventional projects with competing design criteria
Prepare and contribute to project proposals, including scopes, budgets, schedules, and staffing plans
Oversee site investigations and inspections to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards
Review contract documents and reports for accuracy, quality, and code compliance
Participate in and present during project and client meetings
Communicate directly with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors regarding project scope, cost, staffing, and scheduling
Assist with project status reporting, engineering estimates, and documentation
Support business development and marketing efforts by identifying new clients and project opportunities
Recommend staffing needs and assist with hiring, including job descriptions, resume reviews, interviews, and candidate selection
Occasional nights or weekends may be required to support project deadlines.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
10+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience
Minimum of 5 years in a technical leadership or team lead role
Experience leading complex, multi-discipline engineering projects
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit sufficient to manage and direct staff
Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Experience with SKM and/or ETAP systems analysis is a plus
Familiarity with MS Project, PowerPoint, and SharePoint preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and supervise engineers, designers, and technical staff
Advanced technical knowledge of electrical engineering design and applicable codes and standards
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects
Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and organizational levels
Strong communication skills with both internal teams and external clients
Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive client information
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Licensure Requirements
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Ability to obtain Florida PE licensure within six (6) months
Ability and willingness to pursue multi-state licensure preferred
Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record
Supervisory Responsibility
This position includes direct supervisory responsibility for the Electrical Design team.