Senior Electrical Engineer

Stantec

Senior Electrical Engineer preparing building electrical plans and specifications at Stantec. Act as a technical leader and design manager for multiple simultaneous design projects.

Posted 5/19/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish schedules and provide regular maintenance of design schedules;
Coordinate cross-discipline design activities;
Perform site surveys using basic surveying tools and electrical safety equipment;
Prepare site analysis reports regarding the feasibility of proposed projects and potential issues that may arise during construction;
Prepare project documentation including electrical equipment layouts and schedules, site plans, one-line diagrams, grounding diagrams, lighting plans, fire alarm plans, installation details, diagrams and schematics, and construction specifications;
Provide construction administration services to contractors;
Interact with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ);
Prepare photometric studies;
Model electrical systems with SKM, ETAP, EZ-Power or other IEEE compliant modeling tools;
Specify electrical equipment including transformers, switchboards, panelboards, overcurrent protective devices, conductors, raceway, motors, and variable frequency drives;
Modeling and analysis of normal and emergency power distribution systems, the design of life safety systems, the design and modeling of lighting and associated control systems;
Coordinate with the Plumbing, Mechanical, Architectural, Structural, and Telecommunication/Audio Visual discipline’s project design teams;
Mentor and work with junior design staff.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Professional Engineering License is required
Previous managerial experience leading a team of engineers on projects
Ability to establish strong relationships with clients and contractors
A working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or BIM System(s), specifically REVIT MEP is preferred
Working knowledge of electrical engineering concepts, principles, and practices
Familiarity with other engineering disciplines including mechanical and plumbing requirements as well as architecture
In depth knowledge of lighting and lighting control systems
Fire alarm system design and in-depth knowledge of the NFPA preferred
In depth knowledge of grounding and lightning protection systems.
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office
Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, when dealing with clients, project managers, junior design staff, and executive management.
Ability to work with management to establish, track and achieve goals based on project and departmental priorities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans
wellness program
health saving accounts
flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
employee stock purchase program
life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
short-term/long-term disability plans
emergency travel benefits
tuition reimbursement
professional membership fee coverage
paid family leave
ten paid holidays in each calendar year
eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical engineeringsite analysisphotometric studiesmodeling electrical systemsnormal power distribution systemsemergency power distribution systemslighting control systemsfire alarm system designgrounding systemslightning protection systems

Soft Skills

managerial experiencerelationship buildinginterpersonal skillscommunication skillsmentoringteam leadershipgoal trackingclient interactionproject managementcollaboration

Certifications

Professional Engineering License