Principal Electrical Engineer
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Remote
- Work setup
- Remote
- Seniority
- Principal
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 8+ years of professional electrical engineering design experience in the construction industry.
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license (Electrical) required and in good standing.
- Demonstrated experience acting as Engineer of Record (EOR) for electrical systems.
- Proven experience leading electrical design for data centers, industrial facilities, commercial buildings, or similar large-scale projects.
- Strong leadership skills with proven experience managing and mentoring engineering teams.
- In-depth knowledge of NFPA Standards, NEC, and international and national building codes.
- Advanced expertise in power distribution, standby and emergency systems, and generator control systems.
- Demonstrated experience producing Protective Device Coordination and Arc Flash studies.
- Proficiency with Medium Voltage equipment selection and specification preferred.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to influence technical direction and support long-range organizational goals.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD, BlueBeam, BIM, and Revit.
Full description
Meade is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. Our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solutions that drive the industry forward.
At Meade, we foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity, technical excellence, and professional growth are at the forefront. We take pride in our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and superior service-values that not only define our projects but also shape our workplace culture.
If you're looking to be part of a company that values expertise, teamwork, and cutting-edge design, we'd love to hear from you!
Job Description:
Meade is seeking an accomplished Principal Electrical Engineer to lead complex electrical design efforts across a portfolio of high-profile projects. This role requires both technical depth and strategic leadership, with a focus on data centers, industrial facilities, and other large commercial developments.
The Principal Electrical Engineer will serve as a technical authority, project leader, and mentor, ensuring the successful delivery of innovative, code-compliant, and cost-effective solutions. This position involves regular collaboration with Meade staff, clients, vendors, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the Engineer of Record (EOR) for electrical design on major projects, setting technical direction and ensuring design excellence.
- Perform and oversee complex electrical system design and calculations for power distribution, lighting, standby generation, and control systems.
- Review, sign, and seal engineering drawings and specifications.
- Provide quality assurance and technical oversight for submittals, RFIs, change orders, record drawings, and construction administration.
- Conduct site observations, inspections, and participate in commissioning activities.
- Develop and maintain technical standards, guidelines, and best practices for electrical design.
- Write and edit equipment specifications, select systems and devices, and coordinate with other design disciplines.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring technical accuracy and on-time delivery.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineering staff.
- Support business development and client engagement, including technical presentations and proposal input.