Electrical Engineer

Harrison Consulting Solutions • Madison, WI

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About The Position

An established multidisciplinary consulting firm is seeking a Senior Project Electrical Engineer for its Madison, Wisconsin team. The engineer will lead the design of electrical systems 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 design, engineering calculations, documentation, quality oversight, construction-phase support, and assistance with proposals and business development. Salary is commensurate with experience. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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, or at least 4 years of relevant experience 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 United States 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 designs and participate in client meetings.
• Ensure code compliance and coordinate with utility providers to support 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, responses to RFIs, and site observations.
• Assist with business development initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior