Sr. Electrical Engineer (PE)

Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer (PE) Job Description We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with a positive and collaborative approach to join our Electrical team in Durham, NC. You will be instrumental in providing innovative design solutions and ensuring project success from inception through construction. Additionally, you will play a key role in mentoring staff and contributing to projects across various sectors including education, civic/government, financial services, and healthcare. Responsibilities

- Collaborate with architects and engineers to complete projects.
- Generate innovative design solutions at the earliest stages of the design process.
- Ensure project success all the way through construction.
- Mentor staff to elevate their skills and career growth.
- Lead interdisciplinary teams of landscape architects, architects, and engineers.
- Steward the entire project journey from concept through construction administration.
- Guide teams, make decisions, and shape project outcomes.

Essential Skills

- Minimum 10 years of experience in design of power distribution systems, fire alarm systems, and lighting controls.
- Registered Electrical Engineer with NCEES record.
- Solid Revit experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Expertise in Alternative Energy design.
- Experience with LEED and/or WELL Certified Projects.
- BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD).
- Significant Lighting Design experience or Lighting Certified.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license in State of North Carolina.
- Strong management skills.

Work Environment Our office is located in Downtown Durham, NC, with a hybrid work environment offering one day remote. You will be surrounded by a diverse group of professionals dedicated to creating sustainable, resilient, and regenerative designs. Our culture fosters teaching, learning, and cross-mentoring across generations and disciplines. We support professional growth and offer autonomy in guiding projects.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Durham, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $145000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Benefits & Perks
Hybrid work flexibility
Generous PTO package starting around 5 weeks annually
Competitive compensation, including bonus and profit-sharing opportunities
401(k) with employer contributions
Medical, dental, vision, HSA, and FSA options
Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
Professional development support, including mentorship and individualized growth plans
Reimbursement for licensure, renewals, certifications, and exam fees
Continuing education and leadership development programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Additional family and medical leave benefits
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Durham, NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Durham,NC. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without
regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law
shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you
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