Senior Electrical Engineer / Project Manager

Little Diversified Architectural Consulting • Durham, NC

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Little is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with a positive, hands-on, collaborative work style to join its Electrical team, preferably in the Durham, North Carolina office. The role supports the firm’s goal of thought leadership by developing innovative design solutions early in the design process and ensuring project success through construction. The engineer will mentor staff and collaborate with architects and other engineers across a multidisciplinary practice. Relevant project experience may include education, civic/government, financial services, retail, office, interior renovation, high tech/R&D, industrial, mission critical/data centers, and healthcare; not all project types are required.

The position involves planning, designing, coordinating, problem-solving, and inspiring teams; leading interdisciplinary teams of landscape architects, architects, and engineers; and stewarding projects from concept through construction administration. The role offers autonomy in guiding teams, making decisions, and shaping project outcomes, with support for professional growth and leadership advancement. Little expects 32 hours per week in the office, with 8 hours flexible. Applicants should submit a resume for review.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience designing power distribution systems, fire alarm systems, low-voltage/IT systems, lighting, and controls.
• Registered Electrical Engineer.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• NCEES record and multiple state licenses.
• Expertise in alternative energy design.
• Experience with LEED and/or WELL Certified Projects; LEED AP or WELL AP credentials are a plus.
• BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) credential.
• Significant lighting design experience or Lighting Certified credential.
• Solid Revit experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience with one or more of these project types: education, civic/government, financial services, retail, office, interior renovation, high tech/R&D, industrial, mission critical/data centers, and healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative design solutions at the earliest stages of projects and help ensure project success through construction.
• Collaborate with architects and other engineers to complete projects.
• Mentor staff.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams of landscape architects, architects, and engineers.
• Plan, design, coordinate, and solve problems across projects.
• Steward projects from concept through construction administration.
• Guide teams, make decisions, and shape project outcomes.

Benefits

• Cross-mentoring opportunities across disciplines and generations.
• Intentional coaching to strengthen leadership, communication, and strategic thinking.
• Exposure to a wide range of project types and challenges.
• A culture that celebrates curiosity, experimentation, and continuous learning.
• Support for professional growth, leadership, and advancement.
• A collaborative, award-winning workplace culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed