Senior Electrical Engineer (10-15 years)
Coffman Engineers
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Fulton, MD
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Mid-Senior level
Posted March 26, 2026
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Responsibilities
- The successful individual will work closely with our business development team and other discipline leads in developing technical proposals and will take a proactive role in marketing/business development.
- This role provides the opportunity to help build and mentor a dedicated team of engineering professionals within a collaborative multidiscipline office.
- This candidate will be working directly with clients providing consulting services.
- Applicants must be well versed in all aspects of electrical systems design and specification.
- Perform the following functions:
- Manage and design multiple concurrent projects
- Strong ability to interpret technical drawings
- Lead design team efforts
- Manage project team for budget and schedule control
- Develop fee and qualification-based proposals
- Must be familiar with electrical/energy codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NESC, IESNA, IECC, etc.)
- Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Possess strong critical thinking, organizational, and analytical abilities.
- Maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint software preferred.
- Conduct marketing/business development activities.
- Positive contributor to overall office and department goals, culture, and morale.
Commitments
Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to travel.
Paid overtime at 1.0 times hourly rate
Hybrid Work Schedule (subject to change)
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
You must apply online for this position.
If you are unable to complete our online application process, or if you need assistance to do so, let us know and we will provide reasonable accommodation.
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Requirements
- Design of electrical systems
- Strong ability to interpret technical drawings
- Must be familiar with electrical/energy codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NESC, IESNA, IECC, etc.)
- Must have SKM, ETAP, or similar electrical modeling software experience.
- The focus of the experience must be in the power industry associated with electrical engineering and design of Industrial, higher education, healthcare, federal government and/or commercial projects.
- Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Possess strong critical thinking, organizational, and analytical abilities.
- Maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
- Conduct marketing/business development activities.
- Ability to travel.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering (required)
- 10 to 15 years of experience.
- Experience with AutoCAD and Revit.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Project Management experience and/or certifications.
- Desire to lead inter-disciplinary projects and project teams.
Preferred Skills
- The focus of the experience must be in the power industry associated with electrical engineering and design of Industrial, higher education, healthcare, federal government and/or commercial projects.
- Experience with lighting design is desired, but not required.
- Experience with Telecom, A/V, Cybersecurity, and security designs is desired, but not required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint software preferred.
- Project Management experience and/or certifications.
- Local AHJ experience and relationships is a plus.
- Active local industry involvement is a plus.
Education
- (Not required) – Bachelor’s Degree (B.S) in Electrical engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.
- (Required) – Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering (required)
Company Description
At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 23 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.
To meet client objectives and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and corrosion control, as well as project/construction managers and professionals in a variety of specialty services. This ability has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities, and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.
Job Description
Coffman Engineers’ is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in consulting engineering and project management with ten to fifteen years of experience for our DC Metro office. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated team player looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity within a dynamic and progressive firm. The successful individual will work closely with our business development team and other discipline leads in developing technical proposals and will take a proactive role in marketing/business development. This role provides the opportunity to help build and mentor a dedicated team of engineering professionals within a collaborative multidiscipline office. This candidate will be working directly with clients providing consulting services.
Applicants must be well versed in all aspects of electrical systems design and specification. The desired individual should be comfortable consulting to architects, owners, and general contractors, and have a desire to work as part of a multidiscipline engineering team.
Qualifications
Perform the following functions:
Design of electrical systems
Manage and design multiple concurrent projects
Strong ability to interpret technical drawings
Lead design team efforts
Manage project team for budget and schedule control
Develop fee and qualification-based proposals
Must be familiar with electrical/energy codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NESC, IESNA, IECC, etc.)
Must have SKM, ETAP, or similar electrical modeling software experience.
The focus of the experience must be in the power industry associated with electrical engineering and design of Industrial, higher education, healthcare, federal government and/or commercial projects.
Experience with lighting design is desired, but not required.
Experience with Telecom, A/V, Cybersecurity, and security designs is desired, but not required.
Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Possess strong critical thinking, organizational, and analytical abilities.
Maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint software preferred.
Conduct marketing/business development activities.
Positive contributor to overall office and department goals, culture, and morale.
Ability to travel.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (B.S) in Electrical engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering (required)
10 to 15 years of experience.
Experience with AutoCAD and Revit.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Project Management experience and/or certifications.
Desire to lead inter-disciplinary projects and project teams.
Local AHJ experience and relationships is a plus.
Active local industry involvement is a plus.
Compensation And Benefits
Approximate Base Salary – 120k-170k based on experience. Salary will be determined based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Paid overtime at 1.0 times hourly rate
Competitive end of year discretionary bonus based on company/team/personal performance
Hybrid Work Schedule (subject to change)
401k with maximum of 5% Contribution Matching for 9% Employee Contribution
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Additional Information
Why You Want to Work Here
You could choose to work anywhere, so why work at Coffman Engineers? Because we are different – our culture sets us apart. Simply stated, we are a group of creative, high-performing people who like working together and believe that what we do makes a difference. Employees say that it feels like working with a group of friends in a small office while enjoying the benefits and perks of working for a large firm. Our culture isn’t the only thing that makes us different, but it drives everything we do.
Coffman offers comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program and a fun environment with family-friendly policies. We support and encourage individually tailored professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth.
Don't take our word for it. Check out what others are saying:
http://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Coffman-Engineers-Reviews-E409809.htm
Coffman at a Glance:
45 years in business
850+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 23 locations
Multidiscipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management
70+ employees in 9 offices, providing Fire Protection services since 2014
#34 Top 80 Engineering Firms, Building Design + Construction, 2022
#29 Zweig Group Hot Firm List, Zweig Group, 2021
#161 Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2023
Applying
You must apply online for this position. If you are unable to complete our online application process, or if you need assistance to do so, let us know and we will provide reasonable accommodation.
If you are experiencing problems applying through our system, please try using a different browser or an updated version of your current browser. If that doesn't work, please contact us directly.
This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Follow us!
www.coffman.com
Twitter: @CoffmanEngineer
Instagram: @CoffmanEngineers
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coffman-engineers
Facebook: @CoffmanEngineers
At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 23 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.
To meet client objectives and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and corrosion control, as well as project/construction managers and professionals in a variety of specialty services. This ability has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities, and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.
Job Description
Coffman Engineers’ is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in consulting engineering and project management with ten to fifteen years of experience for our DC Metro office. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated team player looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity within a dynamic and progressive firm. The successful individual will work closely with our business development team and other discipline leads in developing technical proposals and will take a proactive role in marketing/business development. This role provides the opportunity to help build and mentor a dedicated team of engineering professionals within a collaborative multidiscipline office. This candidate will be working directly with clients providing consulting services.
Applicants must be well versed in all aspects of electrical systems design and specification. The desired individual should be comfortable consulting to architects, owners, and general contractors, and have a desire to work as part of a multidiscipline engineering team.
Qualifications
Perform the following functions:
Design of electrical systems
Manage and design multiple concurrent projects
Strong ability to interpret technical drawings
Lead design team efforts
Manage project team for budget and schedule control
Develop fee and qualification-based proposals
Must be familiar with electrical/energy codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NESC, IESNA, IECC, etc.)
Must have SKM, ETAP, or similar electrical modeling software experience.
The focus of the experience must be in the power industry associated with electrical engineering and design of Industrial, higher education, healthcare, federal government and/or commercial projects.
Experience with lighting design is desired, but not required.
Experience with Telecom, A/V, Cybersecurity, and security designs is desired, but not required.
Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Possess strong critical thinking, organizational, and analytical abilities.
Maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint software preferred.
Conduct marketing/business development activities.
Positive contributor to overall office and department goals, culture, and morale.
Ability to travel.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (B.S) in Electrical engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering (required)
10 to 15 years of experience.
Experience with AutoCAD and Revit.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Project Management experience and/or certifications.
Desire to lead inter-disciplinary projects and project teams.
Local AHJ experience and relationships is a plus.
Active local industry involvement is a plus.
Compensation And Benefits
Approximate Base Salary – 120k-170k based on experience. Salary will be determined based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Paid overtime at 1.0 times hourly rate
Competitive end of year discretionary bonus based on company/team/personal performance
Hybrid Work Schedule (subject to change)
401k with maximum of 5% Contribution Matching for 9% Employee Contribution
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Additional Information
Why You Want to Work Here
You could choose to work anywhere, so why work at Coffman Engineers? Because we are different – our culture sets us apart. Simply stated, we are a group of creative, high-performing people who like working together and believe that what we do makes a difference. Employees say that it feels like working with a group of friends in a small office while enjoying the benefits and perks of working for a large firm. Our culture isn’t the only thing that makes us different, but it drives everything we do.
Coffman offers comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program and a fun environment with family-friendly policies. We support and encourage individually tailored professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth.
Don't take our word for it. Check out what others are saying:
http://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Coffman-Engineers-Reviews-E409809.htm
Coffman at a Glance:
45 years in business
850+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 23 locations
Multidiscipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management
70+ employees in 9 offices, providing Fire Protection services since 2014
#34 Top 80 Engineering Firms, Building Design + Construction, 2022
#29 Zweig Group Hot Firm List, Zweig Group, 2021
#161 Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2023
Applying
You must apply online for this position. If you are unable to complete our online application process, or if you need assistance to do so, let us know and we will provide reasonable accommodation.
If you are experiencing problems applying through our system, please try using a different browser or an updated version of your current browser. If that doesn't work, please contact us directly.
This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Follow us!
www.coffman.com
Twitter: @CoffmanEngineer
Instagram: @CoffmanEngineers
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coffman-engineers
Facebook: @CoffmanEngineers