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Senior Project Engineer - Electrical

MSA Professional Services, Inc.

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Location
KIEL, WI
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Senior Project Engineer will lead electrical systems design for civic and education projects, from conceptual planning through construction documentation and administration. The role includes client and team engagement, code coordination, mentoring, quality oversight, and construction support. Projects may include schools, renovations, community centers, libraries, public safety buildings, and municipal offices.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Electrical Systems DesignPower DistributionLighting DesignFire Alarm SystemsLow-Voltage InfrastructureBackup Power SystemsEngineering CalculationsPhotometric ModelingLoad AnalysisEquipment SizingRevitNECIBCIECCElectrical CodesElectrical Modeling ToolsGenerator Sizing SoftwareCommunicationProject ManagementMentoring

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Related6+ Years Relevant Experience or 5+ Years With Master'sProfessional Engineer LicenseAdditional State LicensureLEED AP or Relevant CertificationLighting Certified (LC)

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Responsibilities Client & Team Engagement Build and maintain trusted relationships with school districts, municipal clients, architects, contractors, and internal teams. Serve as the technical lead for electrical systems design on projects such as new schools, renovations, community centers, libraries, public safety buildings, and municipal offices. Participate in client meetings to explain design intent and gather stakeholder feedback. Coordinate with AHJs to ensure code compliance. Coordinate with utility providers to ensure seamless project delivery. Mentor junior engineers and technicians, and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing initiatives such as Communities of Practice (COPs). Design & Documentation Lead electrical system design from conceptual planning through construction documentation and administration. Design building systems including: o Power distribution o Interior/exterior and emergency lighting with controls o Fire alarm systems o Low-voltage infrastructure (security, telecom, AV as needed) o Backup and standby power systems (where applicable) Perform engineering calculations, lighting and photometric modeling, load analysis, and equipment sizing. Prepare detailed construction drawings and specifications using Revit, , and other industry tools. Stamp and certify engineering documents as required for permitting and construction. Project & Quality Oversight Conduct internal quality reviews and support QA/QC processes. Assist in preparing cost estimates, scopes of work, and technical narratives for proposals and RFQs. Provide support during construction including submittal review, responding to RFIs, and performing site observations. Strategic Contribution Take initiative in helping the team meet organizational and financial goals. Identify opportunities to enhance client satisfaction, improve internal processes, and contribute to MSA's continued growth in the civic and education markets. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering (electrical focus), or a related field. At least 6 years of relevant experience designing electrical systems for buildings (5 years with a Master's). Specific experience in K-12 schools and/or municipal building design strongly preferred. Licensure & Certifications Professional Engineering (PE) license required. Willingness and ability to obtain additional state licensure as needed. LEED AP, Lighting Certified (LC), or other relevant certifications a plus. Skills & Knowledge Deep knowledge of NEC, IBC, IECC, and local electrical code requirements. Expertise in designing systems tailored to educational and public-sector building types. Proficiency in Revit and electrical modeling tools such as SKM, AGi32, or Visual is preferred. Familiar with using a generator manufacturer sizing software. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff in a collaborative environment. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://talentwire.org/1vkxfH Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.

How this job compares

Set against the 5,217 open Project Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Wisconsin median$88–135K/yr46 salary ranges
  • US median$36–46/hr275 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 193 open Project Engineer jobs in Wisconsin and 5,217 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Wisconsin
Experience
This posting asks for at least 6 years of experience; Project Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (4,046 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 3,244 of the 5,217 open Project Engineer jobs (62%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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