Michael Baker International

Electrical Engineering Technical Manager

Michael Baker International

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Salt Lake CityUtahUnited States

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Salary

💰 $130,000 - $155,000 per year

Job Level

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About the role

  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers and designers on building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, life safety, and emergency power systems.
  • Prepare and review scopes of work, fee proposals, and cost estimates for building and MEP projects.
  • Manage staff utilization by assigning, scheduling, and adjusting workloads to meet project and business needs.
  • Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards, applicable codes (NEC, local AHJ requirements), and established deadlines.
  • Oversee and contribute to the design, analysis, and review of electrical systems for commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities.
  • Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and code updates relevant to building electrical and MEP systems.
  • May develop, manage, and monitor departmental or project budgets.
  • Maintain strong client relationships and support client satisfaction through responsive communication and technical excellence.
  • Mentor and develop staff through performance feedback, coaching, and support for professional growth and licensure.
  • Collaborate with Human Resources on performance management, staffing needs, and succession planning as needed.
  • Support departmental business development efforts, including client pursuits and proposal development.
  • Participate in internal and external professional development activities, industry organizations, and technical training.
  • Perform detailed engineering analyses, calculations, and technical reviews as required to support project delivery.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in electrical engineering for building and MEP systems.
  • Demonstrated expertise in:
  • Power distribution and service entrance design
  • Emergency and standby power systems
  • Lighting and lighting controls
  • Grounding and bonding
  • Arc flash studies and coordination
  • Generators and UPS systems
  • Lightning protection systems
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • Strong understanding of electrical building codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, local codes, and AHJ requirements).
  • Experience coordinating with architects, mechanical engineers, structural engineers, and other MEP disciplines.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
power distribution designemergency power systemslighting controlsgrounding and bondingarc flash studiesgeneratorsUPS systemslightning protection systemsengineering analysestechnical reviews
Soft Skills
communicationorganizationproblem-solvingleadershipmentoringclient relationship managementperformance feedbackcoachingcollaborationbusiness development
Certifications
Professional Engineer (PE) license