Principal Electrical Engineer

Job overview

The Principal Electrical Engineer role is onsite in Phoenix, AZ; compensation is $164,000–$215,000 per year. Meade is a design firm specializing in engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. The engineer serves as a technical authority and project leader for complex electrical design, contributing to code-compliant, cost-effective project delivery. The role also develops technical standards, mentors engineering staff, and supports client engagement and business development.

What you'll do

• Serve as Engineer of Record for major electrical designs
• perform and oversee system design and calculations for power distribution, lighting, standby generation, and controls
• review, sign, and seal drawings and specifications
• provide quality assurance and construction administration
• conduct site observations and participate in commissioning
• maintain technical standards
• coordinate with other disciplines
• manage schedules, budgets, and deliverables
• mentor staff
• and support client engagement and proposals.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

principal electrical engineer

phoenix az

meade

data centers

electrical design

engineer of record

power distribution

standby generation

professional engineer

master’s degree

$164k–$215k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible employees may participate in medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and other company-sponsored benefits.

Why this role

Requires a Professional Engineer license in electrical engineering and a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering; the posting lists an estimated pay range of $164,000–$215,000.

About the employer

Meade is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.