Electrical Discipline Lead

Freese and Nichols•Atlanta, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Freese and Nichols is seeking an Electrical Discipline Lead to establish and grow our electrical capabilities in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Atlanta, Georgia. Electrical and control systems are critical to the success of Water/Wastewater and water transmission projects, and this role will be instrumental in advancing both our technical excellence and project delivery in these markets. As part of a long-term, strategic investment in Oklahoma and Georgia, this leader will build, develop, and lead a high-performing regional team. This is an opportunity to shape a growing practice, strengthen our local presence, and support the delivery of impactful infrastructure projects within your community. We are looking for a proven—or high-potential—engineering leader who is passionate about developing people, growing teams, and enhancing client service through strong regional engagement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering discipline
Professional Engineer license
6+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience
Demonstrated experience designing Water/Wastewater and/or large pump station electrical systems
Experience leading technical teams and performing quality control reviews
Ability to travel as required to support project needs

Nice To Haves

Experience with construction-phase services, inspections, and commissioning
Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
Experience training or mentoring junior engineering staff
Experience with project management, personnel leadership, and discipline coordination within a consulting environment

Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and performance evaluations for direct reports
Resource planning, workload assignments, and supporting business development
Review technical documents for accuracy and ensure execution of projects
Grow the region and build a team; identify hiring needs for growth, and development planning
Contribute to business proposals, interviews, and position activities
Coordinate regularly with Manager, and other Leads
Serve as a project manager