Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Senior M / E Engineer (Electrical Focus)

Industry : Construction & Trades

Employment Type : Full-time

Location : Project-based / On-site (frequent travel required)

Recruiting Partner : Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS)

Client : Confidential

About the Opportunity

Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS) is recruiting on behalf of a large, nationally recognized construction organization seeking a Senior M / E Engineer with a strong electrical engineering focus .

This role plays a critical leadership position across preconstruction, field execution, commissioning, and client engagement , supporting complex construction projects from early planning through close-out. The successful candidate will combine technical expertise, financial and scheduling acumen, and people leadership to deliver high-quality, safe, and profitable projects.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Preconstruction Leadership

Develop and review mechanical and electrical estimates based on schematic and program-level design information

Evaluate system options, perform systems analysis, and recommend optimized solutions and value engineering opportunities

Coordinate M / E scopes of work during bidding and subcontractor selection

Project Execution & Commissioning

Lead M / E coordination and sequencing to support project schedules

Review design documents and identify constructability, quality, or risk issues

Perform jobsite inspections to ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards, and safety expectations

Develop and manage pre-functional checklists, functional testing procedures, and commissioning plans

Review and approve shop drawings and submittals prior to design team submission

Verify correction of deficiencies and complete commissioning documentation

Leadership, Client & Team Engagement

Serve as a client-facing representative for M / E scope and execution

Mentor and develop junior engineers and project team members

Support resource planning, staffing, and scheduling for assigned projects

Participate in presentations, interviews, and business development efforts as needed

Continuous Improvement

Develop tools, processes, and best practices to improve M / E execution and efficiency

Promote safety, quality, and inclusion across all project teams

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering , or a related field (or equivalent relevant experience)

7+ years of construction and / or engineering experience , with increasing responsibility

Strong knowledge of electrical systems in a construction environment

Experience supporting projects from preconstruction through commissioning

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

Advanced communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

Proficiency with construction technology, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office

Ability to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of construction management experience

Experience managing teams and mentoring engineers

Familiarity with BIM, Lean construction principles, and scheduling software

FE or PE credentials

OSHA training and commissioning experience

Work Environment & Travel

Project-based, on-site role with frequent travel required

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary (market-aligned; dependent on experience)

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time off

Additional Information

This search is confidential ; client details will be shared later in the interview process

Visa sponsorship is not available

Equal Opportunity Employer; applicants are considered without regard to legally protected characteristics