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Lead Electrical Engineer

raleigh, nc • Posted 4 days ago
Hybrid Full Time Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Lead Electrical Engineer

Salary: Confidential

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

Minimum Degree: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (or related)

Relocation Assistance: Available

What Youll Do

  • Lead electrical system design for new builds and renovations
  • Act as assistant project manager, managing schedules, budgets, and deliverables
  • Conduct field investigations, code reviews, and site surveys
  • Mentor junior engineers and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
  • Build client relationships and help maintain our 95% referral rate

Qualifications:

  • 10-20 years of experience in power distribution, lighting, and controls
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • Strong skills in AutoCAD or Revit, AGI32, SKM or Easypower
  • Proven leadership and communication skills
  • Fieldwork experience, including the ability to handle site conditions

Bonus Points For:

  • MV (Medium-Voltage) distribution experience
  • RCDD certification
  • Federal sector experience (UFC, UFGS, FAR)
  • Existing client relationships in NC/SC, Mid-Atlantic, or South-Central U.S.
  • Knowledge of higher education and NC State Construction Office systems

Must Have:

U.S. Citizenship (due to government project access)

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

  • Impactful work: Be part of challenging projects across federal, educational, and mission-critical sectors
  • Small-firm culture + big opportunities: Direct access to leadership, decision-making, and business development
  • Work-life balance: Hybrid work options and generous PTO
  • See history from the inside: Work on iconic and high-profile facilities

Perks & Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid health insurance (individual coverage) + HSA/PPO options
  • 50% contribution toward family health coverage
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k): 3% automatic contribution + additional match
  • Company-paid disability and life insurance
  • 33 days off annually (11 holidays + 22 PTO)
  • Education assistance program
  • Hybrid work flexibility
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