Electrical Engineer V

CRB•Omaha, NE

2h•Remote

About The Position

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution. CRB is seeking an experienced Senior Lead Electrical Engineer with a strong background in building and industrial power systems to lead electrical design efforts on complex projects. In this role, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of low‑ and medium‑voltage electrical systems, mentoring engineering teams, and partnering with clients, project managers, and construction teams from concept through construction. This role is ideal for a licensed electrical engineer with hands‑on experience in power distribution, lighting, and special systems who enjoys technical leadership, solving complex field challenges, and delivering high‑quality, constructible designs in regulated environments.

Requirements

ABET‑accredited Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
15+ years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably in a consulting or design firm environment
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
Proven experience designing and leading projects involving building or industrial power systems and voltage‑based electrical infrastructure

Nice To Haves

Experience in GMP manufacturing environments, including life sciences or food & beverage facilities
Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable building codes
Hands‑on experience with: Low‑ and medium‑voltage systems
Hands‑on experience with: Power distribution, lighting, and special systems
Hands‑on experience with: Short‑circuit, coordination, load flow, and arc flash studies
Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical power and system performance issues
Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

Lead electrical design for complex projects across all phases, including programming, design development, construction documentation, and construction support
Design and coordinate low‑ and medium‑voltage power distribution systems, including switchgear, panelboards, transformers, feeders, grounding, and protective devices
Perform advanced power system calculations, including load studies, short‑circuit analysis, voltage drop, and arc flash evaluations
Develop electrical construction drawings and specifications that are fully code‑compliant and construction‑ready
Identify and resolve complex existing conditions through site visits and field surveys
Direct and coordinate the work of electrical engineers and designers at various experience levels
Collaborate with project managers on scope definition, scheduling, staffing, and electrical discipline budgets
Work closely with architectural, mechanical, structural, process, and construction teams to ensure integrated design solutions
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, utilities, and equipment manufacturers to support design and installation of electrical systems
Provide technical leadership during construction, including RFI responses, submittal reviews, site observations, and punch list development
Perform detailed quality reviews of electrical documents, calculations, and designs to ensure technical accuracy and overall project quality
Mentor and develop junior and mid‑level electrical engineers and designers
Promote best practices, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement within the electrical team