Department Head - Electrical - Casper, Wyoming
Expired
Location: On Site in Casper, Wyoming, United States
Employment type: Full-time
Why This Role Matters
Department Head - Electrical: Mid-level Electrical Engineer with strong design experience ready to step into a leadership role. Based in Casper, WY, you will lead an electrical design team within an architecture and engineering firm, working closely with project managers and the Office Manager to deliver high-quality electrical systems for various building types. The location offers outdoor recreation and a lower cost of living, making it an attractive relocation destination.
How You'll Contribute
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Mentorship:
- Guide and support a team of electrical designers and engineers.
- Participate in staffing decisions, performance reviews, and professional development.
- Collaborate with the Office Manager on workload distribution and project assignments.
- Serve as a technical resource and subject matter expert during client meetings and interviews.
Technical Design & Oversight:
- Lead electrical design for building systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and telecom/data systems.
- Perform calculations and layouts for lighting, circuits, and switchgear.
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
- Conduct feasibility studies and system evaluations to develop optimal solutions.
Project Execution:
- Work with multidisciplinary teams from concept through construction.
- Track budgets, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Support proposal development and help define project scope and fees.
- Act as a liaison between clients and internal teams.
Strategic & Business Development:
- Identify new service opportunities and support business growth.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients and industry partners.
What Makes You a Great Fit
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program is required.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license is required; must obtain Wyoming PE license upon hire if currently licensed in another state.
- 7-15 years of progressive experience in electrical design, project engineering, or project management.
- Demonstrated expertise in building electrical systems is a must.
- Skilled in electrical design software (Visual, Elum Tools), and MS Office.
- Experience with AutoCAD and Revit is a plus.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.