Lead Electrical Engineer
About The Position
PAE is seeking a technically proficient and collaborative Lead Electrical Engineer for its Portland office to guide project teams through the design and execution of complex electrical systems. The role bridges design and project management, overseeing deliverables from initial narratives through final construction documents. It provides technical direction and mentoring while ensuring power distribution, lighting, and electrical systems meet the NEC and applicable industry standards. The engineer works across project phases, applying engineering judgment from concept through construction, coordinating with other disciplines, and helping deliver projects within budget and schedule. The position also involves developing team capabilities and maintaining project quality.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
- A minimum of 2–4 years of electrical design experience or 3–5 years of related work experience.
- Advanced understanding of electrical engineering concepts.
- Thorough understanding of project phases and associated deliverables.
- Ability to develop skills in assembling and running a team.
- Strong delegation skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge and application of the NEC and relevant building and energy codes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Revit/AutoCAD, and Easy Power.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant professional credential, such as a PE.
Responsibilities
- Oversee preparation of project deliverables, including narratives, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
- Apply electrical distribution, lighting, and power systems design.
- Communicate design options effectively to diverse stakeholders.
- Provide engineering direction and guidance to the project team.
- Independently evaluate and apply engineering judgment, techniques, and procedures to complete projects from concept through construction.
- Oversee electrical load calculations.
- Complete projects within budget and schedule.
- Coordinate with other disciplines and apply knowledge of their work.
- Update master specifications and provide input into standards.
- Apply knowledge of building codes and electrical industry standards.
- Perform engineering calculations and equipment selection.
- Provide opinions of probable construction costs.
- Conduct site visits and issue reports.
- Perform distribution load-flow, short-circuit, and arc-flash energy analyses using Easy Power.
- Implement the project quality management plan (QMP).
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Employer-paid health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision.
- Annual 401(k) profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution.
- Professional development reimbursements, including state registration and professional association dues.
- Employer-paid commuter/parking stipend.
- Cell phone stipend.
- Life insurance and disability benefits.
- Hybrid work schedule.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Nine paid holidays, including an additional employee-selected day.
- Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays, and vacation.
- Eligible for annual compensation reviews based on performance and business needs.
- Eligible for time-and-a-half overtime pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
