Department Head- Electrical Engineers

Department Head – Electrical
Industry: Engineering
Job Category: Engineering
Status: Full-time
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Relocation: Assistance Available
Bonus: Yes
Visa Support: Not Available
Compensation: Base Salary – USD $90,000 to $130,000 (final salary to be discussed with the recruiter)

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Position Overview

An established engineering firm is seeking an experienced Department Head – Electrical to lead and oversee electrical design projects. This leadership role will collaborate closely with project managers and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the successful design, coordination, and implementation of electrical systems across diverse building projects.

The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with strong technical depth, proven project management capabilities, and a passion for mentoring junior engineers while upholding the highest standards of design quality and client service.

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Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Guide and mentor electrical design staff to strengthen technical and project management skills.

• Collaborate with leadership to assign staff, balance workloads, and oversee performance.

• Review and approve all electrical project deliverables for quality assurance.

• Support employee growth through coaching, training, and annual evaluations.

• Participate in client presentations, interviews, and technical discussions as a subject matter expert.

Technical Expertise

• Direct and design building electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, data/telecommunications, and fire alarm systems.

• Perform lighting calculations, circuit design, and layout of electrical switchgear and panels.

• Ensure all designs meet applicable codes, standards, and regulations.

• Conduct system evaluations and feasibility studies to improve design efficiency.

Project Oversight

• Coordinate electrical design efforts from concept through construction alongside multidisciplinary teams.

• Track project budgets, schedules, and deliverables to meet financial and operational goals.

• Develop proposals, scopes, and fee structures in partnership with management.

• Serve as the primary client liaison for electrical design matters.

Business Development

• Identify new business opportunities and service enhancements.

• Foster and maintain strong client and industry relationships to support continued growth.

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Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) license required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.

• 10–15 years of progressive experience in electrical design, project engineering, or project management.

• Proficiency in electrical design software such as Visual, ElumTools, and Microsoft Office.

• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit is preferred.

• Comprehensive understanding of electrical codes, standards, and best practices.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

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Skills and Certifications

Required:

• Professional Engineering (PE) license

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• Proficiency in electrical design software

Preferred:

• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit