Senior Electrical Engineer - MEP

Ranked as one of Fortune Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For," Kimley-Horn, Inc. prides itself on hiring high-achieving, dedicated, and reliable professionals. We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer | Project Manager with a minimum of 10 years of experience for our Houston office.

The ideal candidate would have project team and client management experience in a consulting engineering environment working with private and public sector clients

• Project and client management, overseeing electrical design execution
• Prepare proposals and administer project contracts, including Add Service Agreements
• Work with department manager(s) for planning and managing the design process to the available hours in the work plan
• Supervise staff, and when necessary, self-perform the following:
• Perform analysis, design, and documentation of power distribution, lighting systems, and backup power systems
• Coordinate with specialists for fire alarm, technology, and lighting design as required by the project scope of work
• Coordinate with architects, mechanical/plumbing engineers, and other disciplines for equipment power needs and sizing electrical distribution
• Perform electrical design calculations for electrical loads and panel schedules

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical design and project management in consulting engineering
• Working knowledge of design and analysis software such as Revit, AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, Easypower
• Good understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC), State Energy Code, NFPA guidelines, and FGI guidelines
• Experience with electrical system studies such as short circuit, over-current device coordination, and Arc Flash Hazard analysis per NPFA 70E
• Ability to work and manage several project teams concurrently
• Confident communicator
• Detail-oriented and proactive
• Team player with a positive attitude/client service mentality
• Strong ability to gather, interpret and convey technical information

Why Kimley-Horn:

We are a full-service consulting firm that provides a wide range of infrastructure and land development planning and engineering services to public and private clients. Though we have over 7,000 employees in over 100 offices, we pride ourselves on our small company feel.

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People—clients and employees—are at the forefront of our business. Clients know we are laser-focused on their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to see our staff flourish. Both groups know that with Kimley-Horn, they can expect more and experience better.  Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that's why we recruit passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. By joining Kimley-Horn, you'll be joining a firm whose core values and core purpose are more than just words on paper—they form the basis of a culture that has yielded success since 1967.

Kimley-Horn has been recognized 15 times as one of FORTUNE's "Top Companies to Work For."  

Salary Range:

• Based on experience
• Eligible for performance-based bonus compensation 

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (you put in 4% -- we put in 8%) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
  • Aggregate company contribution since 2015 has been 18%.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Generous personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.