Senior Electrical Engineer (Building Design)
About The Position
Help shape the future of high‑performance buildings and critical infrastructure. Michael Baker International is growing in San Antonio, Texas and we’re looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer who wants to do meaningful, high‑impact work. You’ll lead electrical design from concept through construction on projects that matter — healthcare facilities, mission‑critical environments, higher‑education campuses, and complex commercial buildings. This is a role for someone who enjoys solving challenging problems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring the next generation of engineers. If you’re passionate about designing resilient, intelligent, future‑ready systems, you’ll feel right at home here.
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.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
