Senior Electrical Engineer

PAE

Senior Electrical Engineer at PAE leading project teams and providing technical mastery in electrical engineering. Overseeing complex building projects within a hybrid work environment.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $112,600 - $140,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical system distribution, lighting and power system design, along with advanced knowledge of building codes and electrical industry standards. Proven ability to lead project teams, manage client relationships, and mentor staff while ensuring project quality and adherence to specifications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical System DesignProject ManagementProfessional Engineer (PE) CredentialRevit/AutoCADEasy Power

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Hard Skills

Electrical System DistributionLighting DesignPower System DesignEngineering CalculationsLoad Flow AnalysisShort Circuit AnalysisArc Flash Energy AnalysisInterdisciplinary CoordinationBuilding Codes ApplicationQuality Management Plan (QMP)

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipStaff MentorshipAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsDelegation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteRevitAutoCADEasy Power

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE)

Industry Keywords

Electrical EngineeringProject CoordinationClient Relationship ManagementDeliverable DocumentationSite Visits

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Project team leadership and management, responsible for completing the project on time within budget
Responsible for the preparation of deliverable documents including narratives, calculations, drawings and specifications
Attend client meetings, lead the coordination effort between external and internal project teams
Independently evaluate and apply engineering judgment, techniques, and procedures to complete a project from concepts through construction
Proficient in electrical system distribution, lighting and power system design
Assemble effective project teams
Thorough understanding of interdisciplinary coordination
Advanced understanding of the application of building codes and electrical industry standards
Oversee engineering calculations and equipment selection
Perform site visits and issues reports
Provide training, guidance and mentorship for staff
Provide updates to master specifications and standards, and improve company processes
Engineering application of distribution Load Flow, Short Circuit and Arc Flash Energy analysis using Easy Power
Develop client relationships
Oversee the application of the project quality management plan (QMP)
May be responsible as a Project Manager or the Engineer of Record (EOR) with approval
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering discipline work
Relevant Professional Credential (i.e., PE)
Requires a minimum 1-3 years of Electrical E-4 or 6-10 years’ related work experience
Inspire and motivate staff
Serve as a technical resource for the company
Advanced understanding of electrical engineering concepts, able to effectively communicate design options
Able to assemble and run a team
Strong delegation skills
Attention to detail and advanced organizational skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Revit/AutoCAD and Easy Power

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Annual 401k profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution
Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
Cell phone stipend
Life insurance and disability benefits
Hybrid work schedule
Employee Assistance Program
9 paid holidays including an additional employee-selected day
Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation