Senior Electrical Engineer / Project Manager
Location: Dallas, TX or Houston, TX
Fulltime Permanent / Direct Hire
Position Summary
Out client is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer / Project Manager with extensive experience in electrical power design for large infrastructure projects, particularly within water and wastewater systems.
This role is ideal for an analytical professional with strong expertise in medium and low voltage power systems, including switchgear design, power distribution, and backup power systems. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who can manage projects through the **full lifecycle—from pre-proposal and planning through design, construction, and closeout—**while also mentoring and developing junior engineers and designers.
This position plays a key role not only in project delivery, but in building technical strength and consistency across the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage electrical design efforts for water and wastewater treatment projects
- Manage projects across the full lifecycle, including:
- Pre-proposal support and scope development
- Design (30%, 60%, 90%, IFC deliverables)
- Bidding and construction phase services
- Serve as primary client point of contact, leading meetings and maintaining strong relationships
- Manage scope, schedule, and budget for assigned projects
- Oversee preparation of:
- Detailed calculations and engineering analyses
- Electrical drawings and technical specifications
- Procurement and construction documents
- Lead design of electrical systems, including:
- Medium and low voltage distribution systems
- Motor control centers (MCCs)
- Engine generators and backup power systems
- Paralleling switchgear and protective relaying
- Lighting, grounding, and associated control systems
- Prepare and evaluate proposals, technical reports, and cost estimates
- Conduct engineering analyses to support design, procurement, and construction
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, I&C) to ensure integrated design
- Lead QA/QC reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables
- Review and respond to submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings during construction
- Support development of OPCC and quantity take-offs
Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers, providing technical guidance, design direction, and quality oversight
- Review work product and provide constructive, actionable feedback to improve technical skills and consistency
- Support training and onboarding of newer staff
- Help establish and reinforce standards, best practices, and design expectations across the team
- Encourage growth by involving junior staff in project exposure, client interaction, and problem-solving
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas (Oklahoma a plus)
- 10–15+ years of electrical engineering experience, preferably in consulting or A&E/MEP environments
- Strong experience in:
- Medium and low voltage power distribution systems
- Switchgear, generators, and protective relaying
- Electrical system design for infrastructure or industrial projects
- Proven experience managing projects, clients, and teams
- Experience preparing and reviewing construction documents and specifications
- Strong knowledge of NEC and applicable codes
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with water and wastewater treatment facilities
- Familiarity with distributed energy systems and integration
- Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit
- Knowledge of:
- Arc flash and coordination studies
- VFD systems and motor control design
- SCADA/I&C coordination (not primary role)
- Experience supporting FAT and SAT testing
- Experience working with public agencies or municipal clients
