Senior Electrical Engineer

Location: DC Metro Area

Schedule: Hybrid

Industry: Consulting Engineering / Power & Electrical Systems

About the Opportunity

Berkshire Search Partners is partnering with a growing multidisciplinary engineering firm seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support complex consulting engineering and project management initiatives within the DC Metro region.

This is an opportunity for an experienced electrical engineering professional to take a leadership role within a collaborative and technically driven environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in electrical systems design, client consulting, project management, and team leadership across industrial, commercial, healthcare, higher education, federal, or infrastructure-related projects.

The successful candidate will work closely with internal leadership, clients, architects, and contractors while helping mentor and grow engineering teams within a dynamic organization.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of electrical systems for multiple concurrent projects

Manage project schedules, budgets, and technical deliverables

Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams

Interpret and review technical drawings and specifications

Develop technical proposals, fee estimates, and qualification packages

Serve as a technical consultant to clients, architects, owners, and contractors

Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards including:

NEC

IEEE

NESC

IESNA

IECC

Utilize electrical modeling software such as:

SKM

ETAP

or similar platforms

Support business development and client relationship management efforts

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development

Participate in marketing and industry engagement activities

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required

10–15 years of experience in electrical engineering and project management

Strong background in power systems and electrical design within:

Industrial

Commercial

Healthcare

Federal Government

Higher Education

Infrastructure environments

Experience with:

AutoCAD

Revit

Electrical modeling software (SKM, ETAP, etc.)

Strong understanding of electrical and energy-related codes and standards

Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and analytical skills

Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Willingness to travel as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with lighting design

Experience with telecom, A/V, cybersecurity, or security systems design

Local AHJ relationships and permitting experience

Active involvement within industry organizations

Prior project management certifications or leadership experience

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications

Paid overtime

Performance-based discretionary bonus opportunities

Hybrid work schedule

401(k) with company match

Opportunity to lead high-impact multidisciplinary projects within a growing engineering environment