DPR Construction

Senior Electrical Engineer

DPR Construction$100K — $130K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience required.
  • 6+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license is mandatory.
  • Preferred: Active NCEES Record for licensure maintenance.
  • Proven experience in designing commercial building electrical systems.
  • Proficient in CAD and BIM software for engineering and multidisciplinary coordination.
  • Strong grasp of electrical codes and construction administration practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and production of electrical engineering deliverables across project phases.
  • Develop electrical system designs for power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
  • Prepare and review coordinated construction documents and supporting design documentation.
  • Utilize CAD and BIM software for accurate 2D drawings and 3D electrical models.
  • Review engineering deliverables for compliance with project standards and coordination requirements.
  • Oversee construction administration activities, including shop drawing reviews and RFIs.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for coordinated electrical design solutions.

Benefits

  • Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
  • Exposure to diverse project types and collaborative work environments.
  • Technical leadership role within the engineering team.
  • Involvement in ongoing process improvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and delivery of electrical engineering solutions throughout all phases of project execution. This role leads the preparation of electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, and analytical models while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, industry standards, and project requirements.

Working with increasing independence, the Senior Electrical Engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to develop coordinated, constructible electrical systems and supports successful project execution through technical leadership, construction administration, scope management, and risk evaluation.

Supervisory Responsibilities
  • This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but serves as a technical leader within the electrical engineering team.
  • Provides mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and designers while supporting professional development and knowledge sharing.
  • May lead project-specific engineering teams and coordinate work assignments to support successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the design and production of electrical engineering deliverables, including drawings, specifications, calculations, and analytical models throughout all phases of project delivery.
  • Develop electrical system designs for power distribution, lighting, grounding, low-voltage, and other building electrical systems in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
  • Prepare and review coordinated construction documents, single-line diagrams, panel schedules, power plans, lighting plans, and supporting design documentation.
  • Utilize CAD and Building Information Modeling (BIM) software to create and coordinate accurate 2D drawings and 3D electrical models.
  • Review electrical engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with project scope, quality standards, coordination requirements, and technical expectations.
  • Lead construction administration activities, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to Requests for Information (RFIs), conducting site visits, and supporting field coordination efforts.
  • Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders to develop coordinated and constructible electrical design solutions.
  • Assist project managers with scope management, cost tracking, scheduling, and technical risk evaluation related to electrical systems.
  • Apply sound engineering judgment to resolve complex technical challenges and support project decision-making.
  • Participate in professional development activities and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes, standards, and technical practices.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience) required.
  • 6+ years of experience in electrical engineering required.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • Active NCEES Record for licensure maintenance preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience designing commercial building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
  • Proficiency with CAD and BIM software used for electrical engineering and multidisciplinary coordination.
  • Strong understanding of applicable electrical codes, engineering standards, and construction administration practices.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities while working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.


About DPR Construction

DPR Construction is a commercial general contractor and construction management firm. The company provides preconstruction, construction, and post-construction services for a variety of markets, including healthcare, advanced technology, higher education, and corporate offices. DPR Construction was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California. The company has offices throughout the United States and has completed projects in various countries, including Singapore and the Netherlands.
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4,000 employees
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Founded
1990

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