Senior Electrical Engineer
Pittsburgh, PA 
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SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us?

The Pittsburghoffice of SmithGroupis looking for aSenior Electrical Engineerto join our team.

Working with us, you will:

  • Independently provide the full range of electrical engineering services on projects and lead others in accomplishing project objectives given by a supervisor.
  • Lead and perform analysis, design and documentation of small to medium building electrical systems including power distribution, lighting design, fire alarm, security, audio/visual and telecommunications systems.
  • Serve as electrical systems specialist, conduct research in problem areas of considerable scope/complexity and devise solutions.
  • Create and develop planning and design concepts for more complex projects.
  • Oversee design work of others to ensure an integrated and cohesive design.
  • Present engineering design solutions to client representative and/or design review committees.
  • Meet with clients, project teams, code officials, contractors and others to address electrical discipline issues and to develop effective working relationships.
  • Mentor junior level staff and participate in performance coaching.
  • Participate in the recruitment and interviewing process as requested.

An ideal candidate has:

  • A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or equivalent.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience working as an electrical engineer in the building design and construction industry, including the design of power distribution, lighting, and lighting controls
  • LEED AP preferred, Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.
  • Prior experience leading electrical teams.
  • Proficiency in current design software (CAD, Revit, etc.) as well as Microsoft Office.

SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed to meet the needs of a diverse staff. It includes flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 401(k), parental leave, wellbeing resources, PTO immediately available to new hires, plus 15 extra Fridays off - on top of holidays. Join us and see first-hand how these and other programs - like one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities - build culture, enhance collaboration and yield richer, more inclusive solutions.

If you are not sure that you meet all of the suggested qualifications described above, please don't leave this page. Your talents and attributes could be just what we're looking for - and we strongly encourage you to apply. If you need additional accommodations to complete the application process, please contact careers@smithgroup.com


Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

SmithGroup is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or arrest/conviction records.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
10+ years
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