Principal Electrical Engineer

3 weeks ago


Grand Rapids, United States Meade Engineering Full time
Company Description:

Meade Engineering is a leading engineering firm, we specialize in providing innovative and cost-effective solutions for data center builders, cloud providers, and developers of large construction projects. With years of experience, our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solutions that meet your specific needs.

At Meade Engineering, we take pride in our commitment to excellence, efficiency, and superior service. We strive to build long-lasting relationships by understanding your unique requirements and delivering customized solutions that exceed your expectations.

Our website:

Ability to commute/relocate:

Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work. (Required)

Job Description:

MEI is seeking a dynamic and experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to join our team. This individual will provide strategic direction, technical expertise, and leadership to lead our electrical engineering department. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving innovation, optimizing processes, and delivering high-quality solutions to our clients across a variety of projects, including data centers, industrial buildings, offices, and other high-profile construction projects. The Principal Electrical Engineer will collaborate closely with MEI staff, clients, vendors, and external disciplines to ensure the successful execution of projects. Travel to job sites may be required for site observations and client meetings.

Job Duties:
  • Lead and oversee aspects of the electrical engineering department, including project management, resource allocation, and talent development.
  • Lead and supervise a team of electrical engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Collaborate with clients, project managers, and team members to streamline project workflows, optimize resource allocation, and drive project success.
  • Responsible for designing electrical power systems and performing design calculations for a broad range of project types.
  • Review, sign, and seal projects.
  • Review submittals, RFIs, change orders, preparation of record drawings, site visits, inspections, and participation in commissioning work.
  • Writing and editing electrical equipment specifications, selecting equipment, electrical systems, and devices.
  • Ensure jobs are completed accurately, within deadlines, and on budget.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of Professional Electrical Engineering design experience in the construction industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • Experience designing critical power systems for data centers, commercial offices, manufacturing facilities, medical buildings, or other large commercial projects.
  • Experience designing and producing construction documents for medium voltage electrical infrastructure between utility source and building service sections, including duct bank specification, feeder specification, and geotechnical report evaluation.
  • Experienced in producing Protective Device Coordination and Arc Flash studies.
  • Experienced with Medium Voltage switchgear, UPSs, and low-voltage distribution equipment selection and specifications.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading and managing electrical engineering teams, delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • Extensive experience coordinating with design disciplines to successfully execute a coordinated design documentation package.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of National and International Building Codes and NFPA Standards.
  • Advanced knowledge of equipment power requirements, including large-scale standby and emergency power systems, including interactive generator controls systems.
  • Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD, BlueBeam, BIM, and Revit.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with electrical commissioning including factory acceptance testing, script development, IR scanning, load bank testing, generator runs, etc.
  • Experience with high voltage designs including substation physical design, protection & controls, SCADA, equipment specification, feeder distribution, redundancy schemes, etc.

Benefits:

All full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefit package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of medical premiums covered by the employer, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, a profit-sharing plan, vacation time, paid holidays off, and a target yearly performance-based bonus of 10% of your annual base salary.

  • Grand Rapids, United States ZipRecruiter Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Description Company Description: Meade Engineering is a leading engineering firm, we specialize in providing innovative and cost-effective solutions for data center builders, cloud providers, and developers of large construction projects. With years of experience, our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to...


  • Grand Rapids, United States Meade Engineering Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description:Meade Engineering is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. Our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and...


  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States RTX Full time

    About RTXAt RTX, we push the boundaries of innovation and technology to deliver cutting-edge solutions for our clients. Our team is passionate about creating high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of our customers.We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer to join our team. This role will be responsible for leading...


  • Grand Rapids, United States TGW Systems Inc Full time

    Job DetailsJob Location GR - Grand Rapids, MI Position Type Full Time Description Principal Duty The Electrical Engineer I is an entry-level position in the TGW Controls Engineering Department. An Electrical Engineer I will utilize engineering tools and processes in the planning, design, engineering, and implementation of the controls engineering for...


  • Cedar Rapids, United States Central Iowa Power Cooperative Full time

    Central Iowa Power Cooperative (CIPCO) is currently searching for an Electrical Power Engineer to join the team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This job opening is posted multi-level and may be filled by an Engineer, Senior Engineer or Principal Engineer level based on candidate qualifications. This position performs plant engineering and project management and other...


  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States Central Iowa Power Cooperative Full time

    Central Iowa Power Cooperative (CIPCO) is currently searching for an Electrical Power Engineer to join the team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This job opening is posted multi-level and may be filled by an Engineer, Senior Engineer or Principal Engineer level based on candidate qualifications.This position performs plant engineering and project management and other...


  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States Jobot Full time

    About Our Team:We're a team of innovators and problem solvers dedicated to creating impactful solutions. We value collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities:Electrical System Design: Develop and implement efficient electrical system designs.Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project...


  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States RTX Full time

    Date Posted:2025-01-31Country:United States of AmericaLocation:HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USAPosition Role Type:OnsiteDo you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government...


  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States RTX Full time

    Date Posted:2025-01-31Country:United States of AmericaLocation:HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USAPosition Role Type:OnsiteDo you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government...


  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Colliers Engineering & Design Full time

    Company OverviewColliers Engineering & Design is a leading provider of electrical engineering services. We offer a wide range of electrical engineering services to clients across various industries.Our ServicesElectrical engineering design and development. Project management and coordination. Site inspections and documentation. Compliance with relevant codes...


  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States Raytheon Technologies Corporation Full time

    Date Posted:2025-02-24 Country:United States of America. Location:HIA 32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA - Position Role Type:Unspecified. Rockwell Collins Inc. d/b/a Collins Aerospace has an opening for a Pri Systems Engineer, Engineer, Systems, Principal, Electrical Engineer, Computer Science, Manufacturing,...


  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Meade Engineering Full time

    Our TeamWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to join our team. This individual will provide technical expertise and leadership to drive innovation, optimize processes, and deliver high-quality solutions.Key QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.10+ years of Professional Electrical...

  • Electrical Engineer

    4 days ago


    Grand Rapids, United States ICONMA Full time

    Design, control, and implement electrical systems and products Designing, maintaining, implementing, or improving electrical instruments, facilities, components, equipment products, or systems for industrial, commercial, or domestic purposes Performing a wide range of engineering tasks by operating computer-assisted design or engineering software and...


  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States RTX Full time

    Salary Range: $124,000 - $250,000 per yearJob Summary:This Senior Principal Electrical Engineer position is responsible for leading the development of high-performance communication systems for various ground, airborne, and space applications.About the Role:This role will require the candidate to have a strong background in electrical engineering principles...

  • Engineer - Electrical

    2 weeks ago


    Grand Rapids, United States Hooker DeJong, Inc. Architects, Engineers, Planners Full time

    Hooker DeJong, Inc. (HDJ), recognized as one of the National Best & Brightest Companies, is a growing Architectural and Engineering firm, with an immediate opportunity for a SUPERSTAR TALENT to work on a variety of projects throughout the country. HDJ is a Michigan based firm with production offices in Muskegon and Grand Rapids, as well as a production...


  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States RTX Full time

    Date Posted:2025-01-31Country:United States of AmericaLocation:HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USAPosition Role Type:OnsiteDo you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government...


  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States RTX Full time

    Date Posted:2025-01-31Country:United States of AmericaLocation:HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USAPosition Role Type:OnsiteDo you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government...

  • Electrical Engineer

    5 days ago


    Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Jobot Full time

    Job Description Job Description Electrical Engineer with AutoCAD, Revit, and building systems experience needed for growing MEP architectural and design firmThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Pat BefortAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume.Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per yearA bit about us:For almost three...

  • Electrical Engineer

    2 weeks ago


    Grand Rapids, United States Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber, Inc. (FTCH) Full time

    Position: Electrical Engineer Location: Grand Rapids, MI Job Id: 1911 # of Openings: 1 Electrical Engineer Job Summary Fishbeck has an immediate full-time opening for a detail-oriented Electrical Engineer in our Grand Rapids office....


  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States C2ae Full time

    What We're Looking ForWe're looking for an Electrical Engineer who:Has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related fieldHas 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering designIs a Professional Engineer (PE) licensedHas strong technical skills, including knowledge of electrical engineering principles and design softwareIs able to work...