Senior Electrical Engineer — Professional Engineer (PE)

Job overview

The Senior Electrical Engineer works onsite in Columbus, OH. Compensation is not specified. The role is with a client of J.Riley Recruitment, an established multidisciplinary architecture and engineering firm serving public- and private-sector clients. The engineer leads electrical design for complex building and facility projects from concept through construction documentation. The role contributes technical analysis, code-compliant design, multidisciplinary coordination, construction-phase support, and guidance for junior engineers and designers.

What you'll do

• Lead electrical system design from concept through construction documents
• perform engineering calculations, analyses, and design evaluations
• design power distribution, lighting and controls, grounding, bonding, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems
• coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and field personnel
• apply applicable codes and standards
• support design reviews, quality checks, and construction-phase services
• mentor junior engineers and designers
• manage multiple assignments, schedules, documentation, and client expectations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior electrical engineer

professional engineer

pe

electrical design

power distribution

lighting systems

fire alarm

revit

autocad

columbus oh

j.riley recruitment

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Active Professional Engineer license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure in the state where the role is based.

About the employer

J.Riley Recruitment is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.