Engineering Design Manager - Electrical

Charlotte, North Carolina Permanent USD160,000 - USD180,000 per year View Job Description
The Engineering Design Manager provides strategic and technical leadership for electrical engineering and Virtual Design Construction (VDC) teams. This role is responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality, constructible electrical designs that support successful execution of complex construction projects nationwide.
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About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized electrical contractor experiencing significant growth across the commercial construction market. With a strong backlog of work and a reputation for delivering complex projects, the organization serves clients across mission critical, healthcare, manufacturing, warehouse & distribution, multifamily, hospitality, and commercial sectors.

Job Description

Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Electrical Design Engineers and Virtual Designers.
  • Oversee workload planning, staffing, performance, and professional development across the team.
  • Manage onboarding, training, and career progression for engineering and VDC team members.
  • Establish and continually improve engineering best practices, standards, and procedures.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.



Project & Technical Oversight

  • Lead multiple projects during preconstruction and design phases, ensuring schedules, budgets, and deliverables are met.
  • Provide technical leadership for electrical system design and constructability.
  • Perform and review electrical calculations including load, voltage drop, short circuit, and lighting calculations.
  • Ensure all designs meet NEC, IBC, IECC, life safety codes, and company standards.
  • Guide the development of constructible, installation-ready drawings and coordination models.



Design, Coordination & BIM

  • Oversee BIM coordination efforts with architects, engineers, and MEP partners to resolve spatial, sequencing, and installation challenges.
  • Ensure consistent use of Virtual Design platforms and adherence to BIM execution plans.
  • Direct the development and review of coordination and installation documents for:
    • Temporary Power
    • Power & Distribution
    • Underground, Structure, and Site
    • Lighting, Power, and Systems
    • Common Areas and Detailed Unit Wiring
  • Champion value engineering and cost-saving opportunities within design solutions.



Collaboration & Client Engagement

  • Serve as a key engineering representative for internal operations teams and external clients.
  • Collaborate with project managers, field leadership, consultants, and customers to align design intent with execution strategy.
  • Participate in project meetings and lead electrical design discussions as required.
  • Support operations and field teams with technical guidance throughout project lifecycles.



Business, Quality & Performance

  • Review contracts, scopes of work, specifications, and jurisdictional requirements to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
  • Ensure regional financial, production, and quality performance goals are met.
  • Support bid-build evaluations, plans & specifications review, and value engineering recommendations.
  • Ensure on-time delivery of high-quality design and coordination packages.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Engineering Design Manager - Electrical should have:

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Strong experience in electrical construction, electrical design, engineering, BIM, or VDC environments.
  • Previous leadership experience managing, mentoring, or supervising technical teams.
  • Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
  • Proficiency with:
    • Revit
    • Navisworks
    • AutoCAD
    • Autodesk Construction Cloud
    • Bluebeam
    • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience supporting Design-Build, Design-Assist, or Plans & Specifications projects.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $160,000 to $180,000.
  • Lead and grow a team of talented design and VDC professionals.
  • Work on some of the industry's most complex commercial and mission critical projects.
  • Join a high-growth organization with an exceptional project pipeline and long-term stability.
  • Influence engineering standards, BIM innovation, and design excellence across the organization.
  • Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and significant career growth opportunities.



Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Lauren Just
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7081391

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Engineering Design and R&D
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Where
Charlotte
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lauren Just
Job Reference
JN-082026-7081391
 

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