Electrical Engineer

Howard Stein Hudson • Boston, MA

10d • $118,000 - $160,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

HSH is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their Public Infrastructure group. This role involves developing the electrical engineering discipline from the ground up, integrating electrical services into multidisciplinary projects, and contributing to the firm's strategic growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering related to infrastructure and a passion for innovation, sustainability, and client satisfaction. Initially, the position will report to the Roadway Design Manager within the Public Infrastructure team, with the primary task of growing backlog for the new Electrical Engineering group through existing roadway design and highway lighting scopes of work. As the team grows, the successful candidate could be responsible for developing the strategic vision and growth plan for the Electrical Engineering discipline, including recruiting, mentoring, and managing a team. This role requires strong technical leadership in electrical systems, including roadway lighting, traffic signals, power distribution, renewable energy, and smart infrastructure, ensuring compliance with standards and reviewing plans. The position involves close internal collaboration, client engagement, and oversight of budgets, schedules, and quality control. The candidate will also identify opportunities to expand services, represent the firm at industry events, and support proposal preparation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s Degree preferred).
• Massachusetts P.E. license required.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Expertise in electrical systems for civil engineering and infrastructure projects, including roadway lighting, traffic signals, power systems, renewable energy, and smart infrastructure.
• Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, AGi 32, or other relevant lighting design software.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code, Massachusetts Electrical Code, and ANSI/IES standards.
• Excellent communication, team-building, and critical thinking skills.
• Experience directly supervising multiple staff.

Nice To Haves

• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in a civil engineering environment.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies like IoT, EV charging infrastructure, and energy storage systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop the electrical engineering discipline from the ground up.
• Integrate electrical services into multidisciplinary projects.
• Contribute to the firm's strategic growth.
• Grow backlog for the new Electrical Engineering group through existing roadway design and highway lighting scopes of work.
• Develop the strategic vision and growth plan for the Electrical Engineering discipline (as the team grows).
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of electrical engineers and designers (as the team grows).
• Foster a collaborative culture that seamlessly integrates electrical engineering with existing disciplines.
• Provide strong technical leadership in electrical systems, including roadway lighting, traffic signals, power distribution, renewable energy, and smart infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal standards, including safety and sustainability requirements.
• Review electrical engineering plans, specifications, and reports to ensure technical accuracy and quality.
• Engage with clients to define project requirements, deliver effective solutions, and maintain strong client relationships.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and quality control for all electrical engineering project aspects.
• Identify opportunities to expand electrical engineering services, including new projects and partnerships.
• Represent the firm at industry events, building relationships with clients, agencies, and partners.
• Support proposal and presentation preparation to secure new business and grow the firm’s electrical engineering portfolio.

Benefits

• Flexible, hybrid workplace
• Engaged, friendly workplace culture with many opportunities to connect meaningfully with colleagues
• Transit subsidy and discounted bike share membership
• 401(k) Plan with generous company match
• Paid volunteer time
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior