Senior - Supervising Electrical Engineer

Syska Hennessy; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 99,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior - Supervising Electrical Engineer in Washington, DC. This role involves overseeing projects, managing technical staff, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in electrical discipline, extensive experience, and proficiency in REVIT and AutoCAD MEP. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical plans and a 401(k) with employer matching.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with employer matching

Professional development courses

Dynamic employee resource groups

Competitive paid time off (PTO)

Transit/parking employer stipend

Half‑day work‑from‑home Fridays

Qualifications

• 8–14 years experience in a consulting firm.
• PE license required.
• Strong understanding of applicable codes.

Responsibilities

• Represent the firm in all interactions with clients, contractors, and architects.
• Provide trade‑specific system design and related design services.
• Manage CAD/BIM and other technical staff as directed.
• Estimate construction costs and evaluate feasibility.

Skills

REVIT

AutoCAD MEP

Understanding of applicable codes

Knowledge of SKM Software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical discipline

Job description

Senior - Supervising Electrical Engineer

Base pay: $99,255.00/yr - $138,882.00/yr

Watch your work come to life in landmark projects around the world when you partner with Syska Hennessy Group, a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services specializing in MEP, information and communication technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Represent the firm in all interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members.
• Provide trade‑specific system design, layout (utilizing CAD/BIM), calculations (using appropriate software), and related design services, coordinating with other trades (architectural and engineering).
• Manage CAD/BIM and other technical staff as directed.
• Estimate construction costs and evaluate feasibility using ROM (Rough Order of Magnitude).
• Write engineering proposals under supervising engineer/director for projects.
• Assume responsibility for the overall economic wellbeing of assigned projects.
• Conduct business development activities and due‑diligence reports that comply with company standards.
• Establish design standards, specifications, and criteria for projects.
• Design large projects, prepare reports and specifications, and provide high‑level technical leadership.
• Set project budgets and schedules.
• Participate in QA/QC process of completed work by staff.
• Perform “Engineer of Record” duties, calculations, equipment selection, specifications, and construction administration.
• Manage staff resources and review.
• Produce drawings consistent with client requirements and standards.
• Provide consulting engineering services, including due‑diligence reports, gap analyses, and feasibility reports.
• Take charge of project discipline, addressing any errors & omissions issues.
• Pursue continuing education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical discipline from an accredited university.
• 8–14 years experience in a consulting firm.
• Proficient in REVIT and the latest version of AutoCAD MEP.
• Strong understanding of applicable codes.
• Knowledge of SKM Software and ability to perform short‑circuit coordination and arc‑flash studies (highly preferred).
• PE license required.

Benefits

• Robust, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) plan with generous employer matching.
• Training and professional development courses.
• Professional development incentive bonuses.
• Dynamic employee resource groups.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) policy.
• Transit/parking employer stipend.
• Half‑day work‑from‑home Fridays all year long.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Location: Washington, DC