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PAE

Lead Electrical Engineer

PAE

. Oversee preparation of deliverables and documents, including narratives, calculations, drawings and specifications .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesSenior💰 $87,400 - $108,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical distribution, lighting, and power systems design, with a strong ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Proficient in applying engineering judgment and adhering to building codes and industry standards while managing project deliverables and timelines.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Electrical DesignProject ManagementEngineering CalculationsNEC KnowledgeEasy Power Analysis

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Hard Skills
Electrical EngineeringLoad CalculationsEngineering JudgmentBuilding Codes ApplicationProject Deliverables Management
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationDelegation SkillsTeam Assembly
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office SuiteRevitAutoCADEasy Power
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) Credential
Industry Keywords
Electrical DistributionLighting SystemsPower SystemsProject PhasesQuality Management Plan

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Oversee preparation of deliverables and documents, including narratives, calculations, drawings and specifications
  • Apply electrical distribution, lighting and power systems design
  • Communicate design options to diverse stakeholder groups
  • Provide engineering direction and guidance for the project team
  • Independently evaluate and apply engineering judgment, techniques and procedures from concepts through construction
  • Oversee electrical load calculations
  • Complete projects within budget and schedule
  • Coordinate with other disciplines and support interdisciplinary coordination
  • Update master specifications and provide input into standards
  • Apply building codes and electrical industry standards
  • Perform engineering calculations and equipment selection
  • Provide opinions of probable construction costs
  • Perform site visits and issue reports
  • Perform distribution Load Flow, Short Circuit and Arc Flash Energy analysis using Easy Power
  • Implement the project quality management plan (QMP)
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
  • Relevant Professional Credential (i.e., PE) preferred
  • Requires a minimum 2-4 years of electrical design or 3-5 years’ related work experience
  • Advanced understanding of electrical engineering concepts
  • Thorough understanding of project phases and their associated deliverables
  • Develop the ability to assemble and run a team
  • Strong delegation skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge and application of the NEC and relevant building and energy codes
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Revit/AutoCAD
  • Easy Power

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • Annual 401k profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution
  • Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
  • Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
  • Cell phone stipend
  • Life insurance and disability benefits
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 9 paid holidays including an additional employee-selected day
  • Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation
  • Time and a half overtime pay