Senior Electrical Engineer (Building Design)

Michael Baker International•San Antonio, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in San Antonio, Texas, to lead electrical design for high-performance buildings and critical infrastructure. This role involves conceptualizing and executing designs for healthcare facilities, mission-critical environments, higher-education campuses, and complex commercial buildings. The ideal candidate will be adept at problem-solving, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior engineers, with a passion for designing resilient, intelligent, and future-ready systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
10+ years of experience in building electrical design
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code and power system fundamentals
Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and PDF markup tools
Experience with SKM and/or EasyPower
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
Willingness to travel occasionally for site visits

Nice To Haves

Design-Build project experience
Medium-voltage design experience
Lightning protection system design
LEED accreditation
Experience with AGI32 or ElumTools
Familiarity with telecommunications, security, AV, intercom, and other special systems

Responsibilities

Lead electrical system design for lighting, power distribution, and specialty systems across diverse project types.
Produce high-quality construction documents, drawings, and specifications using Revit and AutoCAD.
Partner with architects, interior designers, civil engineers, and other disciplines to deliver fully integrated solutions.
Guide junior engineers through mentorship, technical reviews, and knowledge sharing.
Engage with clients, participate in project meetings, and present design concepts with clarity and confidence.
Support business development through proposal input, scope development, and fee estimates.
Conduct field investigations, review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and provide construction-phase support.
Stay current with industry standards and contribute to continuous improvement across the team.