Lead Technology Engineer

PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC•Portland, OR

1d•$87,200 - $108,000•Hybrid

About The Position

PAE is seeking a technically proficient and collaborative Lead Technology Engineer to guide project teams through the successful design and execution of complex integrated building systems. The role bridges high-level design and project management, overseeing deliverables from initial narratives through final construction documents. It provides technical guidance and mentoring while ensuring converged infrastructure—including telecom, audiovisual, security, and healthcare systems—is innovative and compliant with industry standards and building codes. The Lead Technology Engineer works with project teams and stakeholders to coordinate technology systems with the overall building design, meet client standards, and deliver projects within budget and schedule. The position is based in PAE’s Portland office and offers a hybrid work schedule. The hiring base salary range is $87,200–$108,000 annually, with eligibility for time-and-a-half overtime pay.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering for the relevant discipline.
A minimum of 2–4 years as a Technology T-2, or 3–5 years of total related work experience.
Advanced understanding of technology design concepts.
Thorough understanding of project phases and their associated deliverables.
Problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to delegate.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Microsoft Office Suite skills.
CAD/Revit skills.
Experience with calculation and performance simulation software such as iBwave wireless design and EASE acoustic simulation.

Nice To Haves

CTS certification.
RCDD certification.
PSP certification.

Responsibilities

Oversee preparation of project deliverables and documents, including narratives, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
Communicate design options effectively to diverse stakeholder groups.
Lead the design of telecom, audiovisual, security, healthcare, and other technology systems.
Complete projects within budget and schedule.
Work with project teams to ensure client standards are met and technology systems are incorporated into the overall building design.
Coordinate with other disciplines and direct interdisciplinary coordination.
Apply knowledge of building codes and technology industry standards.
Perform calculations and select equipment.
Provide opinions of probable construction costs.
Edit and write specifications and contribute input to standards.
Engage with audiovisual, security, and telecom vendors for product education and industry best practices.
Contribute to building performance simulation as it relates to technology design.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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.
Time-and-a-half overtime pay eligibility.