Electrical Group Leader

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®.You belong at SEHSEH is currenting searching for a Electrical Group Leader to join our talented Mechanical/Electrical team!Why Our Employee-owners Love SEH:"I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" – GIS Analyst"What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who. " – Civil Engineering Technician"Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" – Sr Financial Analyst"It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" – Civil Engineer"This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." – Sr Mechanical EngineerWhy You’ll Love SEH:Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communitiesBeing 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s successCareer development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical trainingWork arrangements that promote work/life balanceFlexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivitiesPaid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choiceJob SummarySEH is seeking an experienced Electrical Group Leader to lead and grow our Electrical Engineering discipline within the Mechanical/Electrical Practice in Minnesota. This role blends technical leadership, team development, and business growth, overseeing a team of approximately 10 engineers and designers supporting municipal and industrial projects. The Electrical Group Manager will remain actively involved in project delivery while mentoring staff, supporting proposals, strengthening client relationships, and expanding the discipline’s market presence. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity focused on technical excellence, internal collaboration, and sustainable growth within an employee-owned firm.Locations: St. Paul, MN, Rochester, MN, St. Cloud, MN, or Duluth, MNRole MissionLead, grow, and elevate SEH’s Electrical Engineering team by:Developing high-performing engineersSupporting profitable project deliveryExpanding client relationshipsDriving discipline growth across water, wastewater, and industrial marketsMaintaining strong technical involvementWhat You Will Own Electrical Discipline Leadership (Team of ~10 and Growing)Lead, mentor, and develop a team of electrical engineers and designersConduct performance development conversations and succession planningRecruit and hire strategically to support growthAlign team workload with project demand and future pipelineBuild a culture of accountability and technical excellenceSuccess Indicators:High engagement and retentionClear succession depth within the groupStrong utilization alignmentSuccessful onboarding of new hires Technical Excellence & Project LeadershipServe as Electrical Discipline Lead on complex municipal and industrial projectsProvide technical oversight on power distribution, controls, arc flash, lighting, backup systemsEnsure quality assurance processes are followedSupport project managers in delivering projects on scope, schedule, and budgetSuccess Indicators:Minimal rework and QA issuesStrong client technical feedbackEffective coordination with PMsProjects delivered within margin targets Growth & Business DevelopmentSupport proposal development and interviewsDevelop relationships with municipal and industrial clientsPartner with internal disciplines (Water/Wastewater, Architecture, Civil)Identify cross-selling opportunitiesContribute to sales goals and PM-managed revenue targetsSuccess Indicators:Increased backlog for Electrical disciplineRepeat client engagementsSuccessful proposal supportExpansion into adjacent markets Internal Client PartnershipServe as a trusted internal partner to:Water/Wastewater teamsArchitectural teamsCivil project teamsEnsure Electrical services are integrated early in project planningSupport PMs with staffing forecasts and technical risk mitigationSuccess Indicators:Strong internal satisfaction from practice leadersReduced late-stage electrical design conflictsPredictable staffing planningYou Are:Who We’re Looking ForA licensed Professional Engineer10+ years into your electrical engineering careerExperienced leading electrical scope on complex projectsComfortable mentoring engineers and holding them accountableGrowth-oriented and energized by building teamsStrong communicator with both internal teams and external clientsBusiness-aware (understand utilization, scope, and margin — even if not owning P&L)You enjoy being technical AND leading people.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringLicensed PEExperience leading electrical discipline on multi-disciplinary projectsDemonstrated team leadership or supervisory experienceStrong working knowledge of electrical codes and standardsPreferred Experience10+ years of experience in industrial or municipal system designWater and wastewater facility designSKM proficiency (short circuit, load flow, arc flash)Proposal development experienceExperience mentoring early-career engineersStrong client engagement skillsKey Performance Indicators (First 18 Months)Electrical group utilization aligned with target rangeGrowth in backlog and proposal participationSuccessful hiring of strategic additions to the teamInternal client satisfaction feedbackStrong QA/QC performanceMeasurable contribution to PM-managed revenueWhy This Role MattersThe Electrical Group is a core technical pillar of SEH’s Mechanical/Electrical Practice.This Leader Will:Stabilize and elevate team performanceDrive growth across marketsStrengthen SEH’s competitive position in municipal and industrial sectorsThis is a high-impact leadership opportunity within a stable, employee-owned firm.Who We AreBetter Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us®.Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $140,000 and $170,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.SEH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.Notice to Third Party Agencies: SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH’s Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.