{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c06aeeabd7fd37074dd8d03b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c06aeeabd7fd37074dd8d03b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c06aeeabd7fd37074dd8d03b","title":"SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER","description":"Job Summary:\nOur firm is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to start the electrical engineering department with Nicklaus. You will work closely with our architectural, mechanical, structural, and civil department leads to further development of company standards and procedures. You will lead and execute complex electrical engineering projects in the commercial, federal, education, healthcare, and industrial sectors from concept to completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in building electrical power distribution and grounding, interior/exterior lighting and controls, fire alarm systems design, and lightning protection systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop electrical solutions that meet project requirements, budget, and design codes/standards. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of 7 years’ experience in electrical engineering design and project management.\nSenior Electrical Engineer also participates in ongoing safety and equipment training to ensure proper and safe performance of all duties.\n\nThis is a full-time position.\n\nWork Location:\nPhoenix, Arizona\nSan Diego, California\n\nEssential Functions:\nLead the design, development, and implementation of building electrical systems and components.\nCreate and review electrical design drawings and technical specifications for code compliance and constructability.\nPerform electrical load calculations, circuit analysis, and system integration.\nEnsure compliance with relevant codes, standards (e.g., NEC, IEC), and safety regulations.\nProvide technical oversight and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.\nManage multiple projects, budgets, schedules, and technical risks.\nParticipate in design reviews, client meetings, and site inspections.\nRecommend improvements to systems and processes for efficiency and performance.\nDevelopment of department standards and procedures.\nDesign for federal, commercial, healthcare, and/or industrial projects.\nPrepare and review technical drawings, specifications, and technical reports.\nConduct site inspections and troubleshoot electrical issues.\nCoordinate with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.\nPrepare proposals.\nPerform other duties and responsibilities as required.\nRequired Skills/Abilities:\nProficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.\nExtensive knowledge of electrical design.\nStrong knowledge of power distribution, lighting, grounding, and control systems.\nExcellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.\nFlexibility and adaptability to work in an agile work environment with personnel delivering from multiple locations or remotely.\nExcellent attention to detail and accuracy.\nClient (internal and external) service focus.\nExcellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.\nEffective organizational and time management skills with abilities to multitask and complete various assignments at once.\nEducation and Experience:\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering, or a related field.\n7+ years of electrical design and project management.\nLicense and Certification Requirements:\nProfessional Engineering license required.\nValid Driver’s License and Evidence of Insurability.\nCompany Overview:\nNicklaus is a multi-disciplinary, multi-million-dollar women-owned small business with professional and technical personnel in the divisions of Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Management.\nBenefits:\nHealth Insurance\nMedical Insurance\nDental Insurance\nVision Insurance\nLife Insurance\nRetirement Plan – 401K\nPaid Time Off","company":"Nicklaus Engineering","rawCompany":"nicklaus engineering","city":"Phoenix","state":"AZ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T17:32:37.614Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"238210","title":"Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors","slug":"electrical-contractors-and-other-wiring-installation-contractors"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"238290","title":"Other Building Equipment Contractors","slug":"other-building-equipment-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER","description":"Job Summary:\nOur firm is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to start the electrical engineering department with Nicklaus. You will work closely with our architectural, mechanical, structural, and civil department leads to further development of company standards and procedures. You will lead and execute complex electrical engineering projects in the commercial, federal, education, healthcare, and industrial sectors from concept to completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in building electrical power distribution and grounding, interior/exterior lighting and controls, fire alarm systems design, and lightning protection systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop electrical solutions that meet project requirements, budget, and design codes/standards. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of 7 years’ experience in electrical engineering design and project management.\nSenior Electrical Engineer also participates in ongoing safety and equipment training to ensure proper and safe performance of all duties.\n\nThis is a full-time position.\n\nWork Location:\nPhoenix, Arizona\nSan Diego, California\n\nEssential Functions:\nLead the design, development, and implementation of building electrical systems and components.\nCreate and review electrical design drawings and technical specifications for code compliance and constructability.\nPerform electrical load calculations, circuit analysis, and system integration.\nEnsure compliance with relevant codes, standards (e.g., NEC, IEC), and safety regulations.\nProvide technical oversight and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.\nManage multiple projects, budgets, schedules, and technical risks.\nParticipate in design reviews, client meetings, and site inspections.\nRecommend improvements to systems and processes for efficiency and performance.\nDevelopment of department standards and procedures.\nDesign for federal, commercial, healthcare, and/or industrial projects.\nPrepare and review technical drawings, specifications, and technical reports.\nConduct site inspections and troubleshoot electrical issues.\nCoordinate with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.\nPrepare proposals.\nPerform other duties and responsibilities as required.\nRequired Skills/Abilities:\nProficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.\nExtensive knowledge of electrical design.\nStrong knowledge of power distribution, lighting, grounding, and control systems.\nExcellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.\nFlexibility and adaptability to work in an agile work environment with personnel delivering from multiple locations or remotely.\nExcellent attention to detail and accuracy.\nClient (internal and external) service focus.\nExcellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.\nEffective organizational and time management skills with abilities to multitask and complete various assignments at once.\nEducation and Experience:\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering, or a related field.\n7+ years of electrical design and project management.\nLicense and Certification Requirements:\nProfessional Engineering license required.\nValid Driver’s License and Evidence of Insurability.\nCompany Overview:\nNicklaus is a multi-disciplinary, multi-million-dollar women-owned small business with professional and technical personnel in the divisions of Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Management.\nBenefits:\nHealth Insurance\nMedical Insurance\nDental Insurance\nVision Insurance\nLife Insurance\nRetirement Plan – 401K\nPaid Time Off","datePosted":"2026-08-04T17:32:37.614Z","dateModified":"2026-08-04T17:32:37.614Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Nicklaus Engineering","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Phoenix","addressRegion":"AZ","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"c06aeeabd7fd37074dd8d03b"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c06aeeabd7fd37074dd8d03b"}}