Senior Electrical Engineer - Healthcare MEP

Location: Dallas, TX

Type: Direct Hire, Full-Time, On-Site

Comp: Competitive base + bonus, commensurate with experience

About the Opportunity

A well-established consulting engineering firm in the Dallas market is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design on healthcare projects. The role offers a defined growth path, strong project pipeline, and the opportunity to work on hospital, medical center, and ambulatory care projects in the DFW region.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with demonstrated healthcare project experience to lead electrical design on complex hospital, medical center, and ambulatory care work. The right person combines technical depth in healthcare-grade electrical systems with the project-management discipline to deliver complete, code-compliant designs on time.

Responsibilities

Lead electrical engineering design for healthcare projects including hospitals, medical office buildings, ambulatory surgery centers, and outpatient facilities

Design and specify power distribution systems including normal, emergency, and isolated power

Apply NFPA 99 (Healthcare Facilities Code) and NFPA 110 (Emergency and Standby Power Systems) compliance throughout design

Develop one-line diagrams, panel schedules, lighting design, fire alarm systems, and low-voltage/communications infrastructure

Perform fault current analysis, arc flash studies, and coordination studies

Coordinate electrical design with mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and structural disciplines

Review and stamp construction documents for projects within scope of licensure

Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and construction administration

Mentor junior engineers

Support business development by participating in pursuits and client presentations

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

10+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience in MEP consulting (5+ years considered for exceptional candidates)

Documented healthcare project experience including patient-care environments

Working knowledge of NFPA 99, NFPA 110, NEC, and applicable state and local codes

Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit MEP

Strong communication skills and ability to lead design teams

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license, Texas preferred (or eligible for reciprocity)

LEED AP BD+C or equivalent sustainability credential

Experience with power systems analysis software (SKM Powertools, ETAP, or similar)

Familiarity with FGI Guidelines and healthcare facility code requirements

Project management experience including budget and schedule ownership

What's Offered

Competitive base salary plus annual performance bonus

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Continuing education support including PE study assistance

Career growth opportunities