Electrical Engineer

Harrison Consulting Solutions•Appleton, WI

20d

About The Position

An established multi-disciplined consulting firm is seeking a Senior Project Electrical Engineer for its Appleton, Wisconsin team. The engineer will lead electrical system design for building projects from planning through construction documentation and administration, while serving as a technical lead and coordinating with clients, architects, contractors, utilities, and internal teams. The role includes designing building electrical systems, ensuring code compliance, reviewing project quality, supporting project delivery, and mentoring junior staff. Salary is commensurate with experience. Applicants must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship. The employer states that all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an electrical focus.
At least 5 years of relevant experience designing electrical systems for buildings; at least 4 years with a Master’s degree.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Willingness and ability to obtain additional state licensure as needed.
Extensive knowledge of NEC, IBC, IECC, and local electrical code requirements.
Expertise in designing systems tailored to educational and public-sector building types.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience in K-12 schools and/or municipal building design.
LEED AP, Lighting Certified (LC), or other relevant certifications.
Proficiency in Revit and electrical modeling tools such as SKM, AGi32, or Visual.
Familiarity with generator manufacturer sizing software.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with municipal clients, architects, contractors, and internal teams.
Serve as the technical lead for electrical systems design.
Participate in client meetings.
Ensure code compliance.
Coordinate with utility providers to support seamless project delivery.
Mentor and train junior staff.
Lead electrical system design from planning through construction documentation and administration.
Design building systems, including power distribution; interior, exterior, and emergency lighting with controls; fire alarm systems; low-voltage infrastructure; and backup and standby power systems.
Perform engineering calculations, lighting and photometric modeling, load analysis, and equipment sizing.
Prepare detailed drawings and specifications.
Stamp and certify engineering documents.
Provide project and quality oversight, including internal quality reviews and QA/QC process support.
Assist with preparing cost estimates, scopes of work, and technical details for proposals and RFQs.
Assist with submittal reviews, respond to RFIs, and perform site observations.
Assist with business development initiatives.