Senior Electrical Lead Engineer - Austin, TX
About The Position
Glumac, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking an accomplished Electrical Engineering Leader with 10+ years of experience in the building construction industry to drive technical excellence, lead high-performing engineering teams, and deliver innovative solutions for complex commercial, healthcare, industrial, higher education, and mission-critical facilities. In this pivotal leadership role, you will provide strategic direction for electrical engineering design, mentor and develop talented professionals, and collaborate with clients, architects, and contractors to bring visionary projects to life. You will be responsible for championing quality, innovation, and operational excellence while ensuring projects are delivered to align with client goals. As a trusted advisor and technical expert, you will influence major project decisions, foster strong client relationships, and help shape the growth of our engineering practice. This is an opportunity for a passionate leader who thrives on solving complex challenges, developing people, and creating built environments that positively impact communities.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience as an MEP Engineer in infrastructure and/or building systems.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Current Professional Engineering (PE) license is required.
- Working experience with building and electrical codes.
- Experience managing staff as a direct supervisor.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; this position is not eligible for current or future employment visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Revit experience.
- Strong background in sustainable design is highly desirable.
- LEED AP BD+C accreditation.
- WELL certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership for the electrical discipline within the office and region.
- Mentor and develop department staff, fostering career growth through structured development plans.
- Be a local supervisor to staff.
- Collaborate with Project Managers on budgeting, scheduling, and staff management.
- Drive project execution from concept through construction administration.
- Act as the Engineer of Record, leading technical communication with clients.
- Play an integral role in regional leadership, contributing to strategic initiatives and organizing discipline meetings.
- Collaborate with owners, architects, contractors, and regulatory agencies to achieve successful project outcomes.
- Manage regional staff workload effectively, leveraging local leadership.
- Oversee recruitment and retention efforts, ensuring a strong engineering team.
- Establish and maintain engineering standards, best practices, and quality control procedures.
- Be able to lead and effectively manage a group of electrical engineers within the office.
- Support business development efforts through client engagement, proposal development, and industry leadership.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
