Senior Electrical Engineer

Gables Search Group
Atlanta, GA

Senior Electrical Engineer

Consulting Engineering & Project Management | Atlanta, GA

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with 10–15 years of experience in consulting engineering and project management to join our Atlanta office . This role is ideal for a highly motivated, collaborative professional looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity within a dynamic, growth-oriented firm.

The successful candidate will work directly with clients, collaborate closely with discipline leaders and the business development team, and take a proactive role in marketing and proposal development. This position offers a unique opportunity to help build, lead, and mentor a team of engineers within a collaborative, multi-discipline environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and specify electrical systems for a wide range of project types

  • Manage and design multiple concurrent projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence

  • Lead electrical design teams and coordinate with other disciplines

  • Interpret and produce technical drawings and construction documents

  • Manage project teams with responsibility for budget and schedule control

  • Develop fee-based and qualification-based technical proposals

  • Participate in and support marketing and business development activities

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

  • Maintain positive and productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders

  • Contribute positively to office culture, morale, and departmental goals

  • Travel as required to support project and client needs

Technical Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems design and specifications

  • Proficiency with applicable electrical and energy codes and standards, including NEC, IEEE, NESC, IESNA, IECC , and related regulations

  • Experience with SKM, ETAP , or similar electrical modeling and analysis software

  • Experience in the power industry , with a focus on electrical engineering and design for industrial, higher education, healthcare, federal government, and/or commercial projects

  • Lighting design experience preferred but not required

  • Experience with Telecom, A/V, cybersecurity, and security systems is a plus

  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit

  • Strong ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

  • Advanced critical thinking, organizational, and analytical skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering (required)

  • 10–15 years of relevant experience

  • Proven project management experience and/or certifications

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Desire and ability to lead interdisciplinary projects and teams

  • Experience working with local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and established relationships is a plus

  • Active involvement in local or regional industry organizations is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on qualifications and relevant experience

  • Paid overtime at 1.0x hourly rate

  • Competitive year-end discretionary bonus based on company, team, and individual performance

  • Hybrid work schedule (subject to change)

  • 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match for a 9% employee contribution

Posted 2026-01-11

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