Electrical apprentice Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Senior Electrical Engineer (PE)

We are partnering with a well-established, employee-focused engineering consulting firm seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join its growing MEP team. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Professional Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges while working on mission-critical facilities in healthcare, research, laboratory, federal, and other highly specialized markets.

If you're looking for a role that combines technical leadership, meaningful project work, and long-term career growth, this could be an excellent fit.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design and analysis of electrical building systems from concept through construction.

• Prepare calculations, specifications, reports, and construction documents in accordance with applicable codes and industry standards.

• Perform site assessments, field investigations, and technical evaluations.

• Collaborate directly with clients to understand project goals and deliver practical engineering solutions.

• Review designs, calculations, specifications, and project documentation to ensure quality and accuracy.

• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across project teams.

• Assist in resolving construction-phase and field-related engineering challenges.

• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated project solutions.

• Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and engineering best practices.

• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and business development efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

• 7+ years of experience in building systems design within a consulting engineering environment (10–12+ years preferred).

• Strong understanding of power distribution, lighting, emergency power, fire alarm, and building electrical systems.

• Experience with electrical analysis, code compliance, and quality control.

• Proficiency with specification development, Bluebeam or Adobe, and Microsoft Office.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship skills.

• Ability to mentor technical staff and collaborate across disciplines.

• Ability to travel occasionally as project needs require.

• U.S. citizenship is required due to project requirements.

• This position is not eligible for employment sponsorship.

Why This Opportunity?

This firm offers the stability of an established engineering organization while maintaining a collaborative, people-first culture. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Work on complex, mission-critical facilities that have a lasting impact.

• Lead technically challenging electrical design projects from start to finish.

• Collaborate with highly experienced multidisciplinary engineering professionals.

• Receive strong mentorship, leadership support, and clear opportunities for advancement.

• Enjoy a flexible work environment that promotes work-life balance.

• Build a long-term career with an organization that values innovation, professional growth, and employee success.

If you're an experienced Electrical Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we'd welcome the opportunity to have a confidential conversation.
Please submit your updated resume to Alyssa.Lundt@gogpac.com or call (507) 718-7741. You can also connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssa-lundt3724/

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.