Senior Project Engineer - Electrical

MSA Professional Services, Inc.•Madison, WI

6d•$88,800 - $142,100

About The Position

MSA Professional Services is seeking a Senior Project Engineer – Electrical to lead the design of safe, efficient, and sustainable electrical systems for commercial and civic buildings, including K–12 schools, colleges and universities, banks, offices, libraries, police and fire stations, and places of worship. The role leads electrical design on multidisciplinary projects that modernize community infrastructure and serve students, educators, local governments, and the public. It involves close collaboration with architects, civil engineers, other design-team members, construction professionals, clients, authorities having jurisdiction, and utility providers. The position may be based in the Appleton, Beaver Dam, Kiel, Madison, Mequon, or Milwaukee office. MSA is 100% employee-owned and describes its culture as collaborative, people-first, supportive of work/life balance, multidisciplinary, and committed to professional development and technical excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering with an electrical focus, or a related field.
At least 6 years of relevant experience designing electrical systems for buildings, or 5 years with a master’s degree.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Willingness and ability to obtain additional state licensure as needed.
Deep knowledge of NEC, IBC, IECC, and local electrical code requirements.
Expertise designing systems for educational and public-sector building types.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff in a collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience designing electrical systems for K–12 schools and/or municipal buildings is strongly preferred.
Proficiency in Revit and electrical modeling tools such as SKM, AGi32, or Visual is preferred.
Familiarity with generator manufacturer sizing software.
LEED AP, Lighting Certified (LC), or other relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with school districts, municipal clients, architects, contractors, and internal teams.
Lead electrical systems design for projects such as new schools, renovations, community centers, libraries, public safety buildings, and municipal offices.
Participate in client meetings to explain design intent and gather stakeholder feedback.
Coordinate with authorities having jurisdiction to support code compliance and with utility providers to support project delivery.
Mentor junior engineers and technicians and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing initiatives, including Communities of Practice.
Lead electrical design from conceptual planning through construction documentation and administration.
Design power distribution; interior, exterior, and emergency lighting and controls; fire alarm systems; low-voltage infrastructure such as security, telecommunications, and audiovisual systems as needed; and backup and standby power systems where applicable.
Perform engineering calculations, lighting and photometric modeling, load analysis, and equipment sizing.
Prepare construction drawings and specifications using Revit and other industry tools.
Stamp and certify engineering documents as required for permitting and construction.
Conduct internal quality reviews and support quality assurance and quality control processes.
Assist with cost estimates, scopes of work, and technical narratives for proposals and requests for qualifications.
Support construction through submittal reviews, responses to requests for information, and site observations.
Help the team meet organizational and financial goals, identify ways to improve client satisfaction and internal processes, and contribute to growth in civic and education markets.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); eligible employees receive company shares at no cost.
401(k) retirement plan with a generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
Paid time off, with a minimum of 17 days in the first year.
Eight paid holidays annually.
Paid parental leave of two weeks for both parents, with additional paid leave for birth parents.
Employer-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
Annual performance-based bonus opportunity through the Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP).
Collaborative, people-first culture that honors work/life balance.
Opportunities to lead impactful community projects and work in a multidisciplinary environment.
Investment in professional development and technical excellence.