Electrical Technical LeadJob Summary: The Electrical Technical Leader provides technical direction, quality oversight, and discipline leadership to ensure electrical engineering work is accurate, coordinated, and aligned with client expectations and company standards. The Technical Leader focuses on technical consistency across projects, sound engineering decisions, and reliable, practical solutions.
The Technical Leader reports to the Director of Operations & AI and has no direct reports.
The Technical Leader develops engineering talent through coaching, constructive feedback, and knowledge sharing. Working collaboratively with Project Managers, Team Leaders, and other disciplines, this role promotes accountability, continuous improvement, and a positive, high-performing team environment.
Responsibilities: - Provide technical oversight and guidance on electrical engineering projects, including complex design decisions, constructability, code compliance, and project risks.
- Own electrical discipline standards and quality expectations; oversee quality assurance and quality control reviews to promote accurate, coordinated deliverables.
- Identify and implement improvements to design standards, workflows, tools, and technical processes in alignment with organizational priorities.
- Partner with Project Managers, Team Leaders, and other disciplines to resolve technical challenges, align resources, and support project schedules and client commitments.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in design reviews and project discussions as needed, and support professional, responsive communication with external parties.
- Coach and mentor engineers and designers, provide timely and actionable technical feedback, and support individual skill development and career growth.
- Promote a culture of quality, continuous feedback, and empowering growth.
- Assess technical capabilities, training needs, software, and other discipline resources; recommend practical solutions to strengthen team performance.
- Stay current with applicable codes, emerging technologies, and industry practices; translate relevant developments into improved engineering solutions.
- Evaluates technical performance with success measured by fewer QA/QC findings and less rework, consistent adoption of standards and tools, and skill growth across the electrical team.
- Maintain an active Professional Engineer (PE) license and seal drawings when needed, though this is not a routine part of the role.
Qualifications and Experience: Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Minimum (10) ten years of relevant experience in a MEP consulting firm
- Minimum (5) five years leadership management
- Institutional education background (required)
- Professional Engineer Licensure
- History of building strong teams to improve the client experience and drive business results
- Proven track record in engaging with clients and maintaining effective relationships over time
- Demonstrated ability to achieve measurable results based on client satisfaction
- Demonstrated understanding and participation in professional networks in the AEC industry
Location: Plymouth, MI (Hybrid)
Travel: Up to 15%
Compensation & Benefits: This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
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