
Senior Electrical Engineer
Louisville, KYFull-time$7.25/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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SFCS is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer. SFCS is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join their Louisville, KY office. This role involves collaborating with architects, engineers, interior designers, and planners in a multidisciplinary environment, leading the design of impactful projects across various market sectors. The ideal candidate is an advanced electrical engineering professional who enjoys leading complex building system designs, mentoring team members, and delivering innovative, practical, and code-compliant solutions.
Key focus areas include Lead the design and coordination of electrical systems for new construction, renovation, and adaptive reuse projects., Collaborate with architects, clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams to develop practical, cost-effective, and code-compliant electrical solutions., and Participate in project planning, electrical system selection, feasibility studies, and preliminary cost estimating..
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Professional Engineer License, and Ability to Obtain Licensure in Multiple States. Important skills include Designing Electrical Systems For Commercial Facilities, National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA Standards, International Building Code (IBC), Designing Electrical Power Distribution, and Designing Lighting Systems. Preferred (not required): Leading Design Of Electrical Systems, Coordinating Electrical Systems, Collaborating With Architects, and Collaborating With Clients.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
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Full job description
Experience Required
None
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
Compensation
$7.25 / hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Work Schedule and Shift Requirements
First (Day)
Job Description
As a collaborative and innovative center of design excellence, SFCS is dedicated to defining the next generation of Living, Learning, and Healing Environments. Our family-oriented culture is built on providing an exceptional employment experience while delivering extraordinary service to our clients. From our offices in North Carolina, Virginia, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania, we specialize in the planning and design of senior living, education, healthcare, and government facilities nationwide.
SFCS is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Louisville, KY office. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with architects, engineers, interior designers, and planners in a multidisciplinary environment while leading the design of impactful projects across a variety of market sectors.
This opportunity is ideal for an advanced electrical engineering professional who enjoys leading complex building system designs, mentoring team members, and collaborating with clients and project teams to deliver innovative, practical, and code-compliant solutions.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required, with the ability to obtain licensure in multiple states.
Advanced experience designing electrical systems for commercial, healthcare, senior living, education, government, and institutional facilities.
Extensive knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA standards, International Building Code (IBC), and other applicable codes and standards.
Experience designing electrical power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage building systems.
Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit.
Experience preparing technical specifications and construction documents.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
Demonstrated ability to mentor and support the professional development of engineering team members.
Responsibilities
Lead the design and coordination of electrical systems for new construction, renovation, and adaptive reuse projects.
Collaborate with architects, clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams to develop practical, cost-effective, and code-compliant electrical solutions.
Participate in project planning, electrical system selection, feasibility studies, and preliminary cost estimating.
Perform field investigations and evaluate existing electrical systems for renovation and reuse.
Prepare schematic design, design development, construction documents, technical specifications, and engineering calculations.
Develop contract documents utilizing the latest versions of Revit and AutoCAD.
Coordinate electrical systems with structural, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, civil, and architectural disciplines.
Provide construction administration services, including shop drawing review, responses to RFIs, site observations, evaluation of proposed changes, and review of contractor cost proposals.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to early career and experienced engineering staff.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders.
Stay current with evolving building codes, technologies, and industry best practices while contributing to continuous improvement within the practice.
Willingness and ability to travel periodically in support of project assignments, client meetings, site visits, and collaboration across SFCS offices.
Why SFCS?
At SFCS, you will have the opportunity to lead projects that shape communities and improve lives while working alongside talented professionals in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. We are committed to investing in our employees through mentorship, professional development, and a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and work-life balance.
Whether you are mentoring the next generation of engineers, leading complex technical projects, or helping grow our practice, SFCS provides the resources, support, and collaborative environment to help you make a lasting impact.
Benefits
SFCS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Professional development and continuing education support
Professional membership and licensure assistance
Annual discretionary profit-sharing bonus opportunity
Flexible and family-oriented work environment
SFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to r ace, color, r eligion, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Job Type
Full time
Benefits Offered
Not specified
Veteran Preference
No
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
8a7887a8958c3d100195b9b6453b18af
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