DLR Group

Justice + Civic

SeniorElectricalEngineerJustice+Civic

$102–160k Austin, Texas, United States
The Brief

“Senior Electrical Engineer - Justice + Civic at DLR Group. Skills: Electrical engineering design, Project leadership, Client relationship management, Business development. Lead multiple projects and staff over multiple regions. Assure quality of design produced by teams”

What You'll Achieve.

Achieve business plan goals; Produce high-quality construction documents; Meet deliverable requirements; Produce highly integrated building designs; Ensure deliverables are of a consistent quality and within budget; Elevate behavioral, environmental, and social betterment

Industry & Context.

Justice + Civic
Problems you'll solve

Critical thinking

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering, Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), 15+ years of experience working as an engineer, including design of building systems related to Justice + Civic sector, Understanding of electrical engineering knowledge: Smoke control systems design and coordination with smoke modeling consultants, Specific knowledge of lighting systems as they relate to justice facilities, especially correctional facilities, Security requirements of justice facilities and how electrical systems tie into security systems, Familiarity with facility operations and maintenance of building systems, Working knowledge of the design and construction process and the ability to understand and communicate with professionals of other disciplines, Critical thinking, time management, and communication skills, both verbal and written, Understanding of business management and customer service principles, Knowledge of local building and energy codes, Demonstrated record of consistent quality work, Ability to lead others and foster teamwork, Knowledge and support of DLR Group’s climate action strategy and commitments, including AIA2030, MEP2040 and SE2050

Nice to Have

WELL, LEED or relevant accreditation to the region

What You'll Do.

Lead multiple projects and staff over multiple regions

Assure quality of design produced by teams

Manage engineering project execution

ensuring alignment with budget

Track project milestones and deliverables

Facilitate and document meetings with staff and clients

Coordinate project personnel

Engage in business development initiatives

Contribute to RFP responses

Participate in client interviews

Foster client relationships

Lead the design on projects of significance

Carry out technical review of interdisciplinary teams prior to issuance

Represent DLR Group at meetings with owners

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with the sector team to achieve business plan goals; Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams; Collaborate closely with all disciplines to produce highly integrated building designs; Collaborate with the sector leadership team to develop and execute strategies for business development; Collaborate early and often with architects, other engineers, and clients as part of our integrated design process; Technical review of interdisciplinary teams

Communication Scope

Communication skills, both verbal and written

Process & Methodology

Manage project schedules to meet deliverable requirements, Manage engineering project execution, ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and scope, Track project milestones and deliverables, Ensure adherence to quality standards, Prepare regular status reports

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