Electrical Engineering Project Manager

Larson Engineering

$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in industrial electrical design.
  • At least 3 years in a leadership or project management role.
  • Active Professional Engineering (PE) License required.
  • Proven success in team leadership, mentorship, and client engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a technical authority on industrial electrical engineering projects.
  • Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct large engineering projects or multiple small projects.
  • Develop subordinate engineers and technicians through training.
  • Manage multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate with clients and stakeholders.
  • Oversee the development of comprehensive electrical design documents and specifications.

Benefits

  • 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan + ESOP
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible work environment that supports work-life balance
Full Job Description
About the Role

We're seeking a seasoned Electrical Engineering Project Manager to join our electrical engineering team and help drive technical excellence, project delivery, and business growth. This is a high-impact leadership role for a technical expert who thrives in a client-facing consulting environment and is passionate about delivering innovative solutions.

The position will be located in either Granite Falls, MN or Greenville, SC.

Specific Responsibilities include
  • Serve as a technical authority on industrial electrical engineering projects.
  • In a supervisory capacity, plans, develops, coordinates, and directs large engineering projects or a number of small projects with many complex features. Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities to be carried out by others.
  • Development of subordinate engineers and technicians through training consistent with firm's practices.
  • Possesses the ability to manage multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate with clients and stakeholders.
  • Oversee the development of electrical design documents including:
  • Control schematics, wiring diagrams, power/conduit plans, cable schedules.
  • Equipment specifications for 15 KV, 4160 V, 480 V, substations, MCCs, VFDs, transformers, switchgears.
  • Lighting and grounding systems, equipment layouts, single-line and motor diagrams.
  • Process control loop sheets, cable tray routing, cost estimates, and design proposals.
  • Short Circuit and Arc Flash analysis.
  • Ensure QA/QC compliance with safety standards and regulatory codes (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, IEC).
  • Develops ongoing relationships with clients to the point of becoming the primary contact for several clients.
  • Employs business development techniques to attract potential
  • Responsible for project fiscal goals, status, and results.
  • Represent Larson at industry events and client meetings as a trusted technical advisor.
  • Support recruiting and retention of top engineering talent.
  • Provide field assessments and construction support as needed.
  • Champion process improvements and standardization of design tools and practices.

Skills/Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in industrial electrical design.
  • At least 3 years in a leadership or project management role.
  • Active Professional Engineering (PE) License required.
  • Proven success in team leadership, mentorship, and client engagement.
  • Experience/Expertise in power, energy, biofuels, oil & gas, pulp & paper, or similar process industries.
  • Desired proficiency in ETAP, AutoCAD, NavisWorks (BIM 360)
  • Strong project management skills including budgeting and scheduling.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a growth-oriented, client-first approach.

Benefits
  • 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan + ESOP
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible work environment that supports work-life balance

Ready to lead with purpose and grow with ownership? Apply today and become part of a team that values your expertise and empowers your future.

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