
Senior Project Engineer - Electrical
MSA Professional Services, Inc.
MADISON, WIJobSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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MSA Professional Services seeks a Senior Project Engineer - Electrical to lead electrical design for civic and education building projects, from conceptual planning through construction administration. The role includes client and team engagement, code coordination, quality oversight, and mentoring. Candidates need a relevant bachelor’s degree, a PE license, and at least six years of relevant experience, or five years with a master’s degree.
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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 10,154 open Electrical Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Wisconsin median$97–154K/yr69 salary ranges
- US median$45–57/hr396 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 221 open Electrical Engineer jobs in Wisconsin and 10,154 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Electrical Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (8,505 postings).
- Education
- 6,534 of the 10,154 open Electrical Engineer jobs (64%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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