Senior Electrical Engineer - PE Required

Senior Electrical Engineer

Kerr-Greulich Engineers, Inc. is a Louisville based ESOP consulting engineering firm committed to providing innovative, cost intelligent, energy efficient solutions for mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. We work with architects, owners and contractors on many high-profile projects, making a positive impact on the communities in which we work across the region.

What you can expect as a Senior Electrical Engineer at Kerr-Greulich:

● Join a reputable established forwarding thinking firm that enables and encourages you to have influence and make your mark while designing solutions that make a positive impact.

● An employee owned, family oriented culture that fosters integrity and creates an environment where everyone can do their best work.

● Step into a senior level role that further develops your skills and experience at a firm that genuinely wants you to further develop theirs’ (learn from one another).

● A diverse portfolio of dynamic projects small and large, across multiple industries including academic, healthcare and commercial.

● Take your career to the next level, grow and lead KGEI forward and become a future leader of the firm.

● Strong compensation package including excellent comprehensive benefits and ESOP.

Our benefits include:

● Health, vision and dental insurance

● Paid time off

● Basic and voluntary Life

● Short & Long Term Disability

● Health savings acct, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accts.

● Accident & Critical Illness

● Health Savings Account

● 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Plan

What you’ll do: The Senior Electrical Engineer works on project teams for a variety of projects; including repetitious quick turnaround, as well as major new construction designs. In your role, you will:

• Lead and Mentor: Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers. Collaborate with architects to define mechanical scopes, ensure alignment with project goals, and support budget planning.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Partner with internal teams—designers, engineers, and project managers—to deliver high-quality engineering documentation that meets client specifications and adheres to KGEI standards.
• Drafting & Documentation: Independently prepare detailed drawing sets using AutoCAD and Revit, following established design guidelines and template standards—no technical supervision required.
• Electrical Systems Design: Design comprehensive electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, audiovisual, and IT infrastructure. Select and size equipment appropriately while coordinating space and system requirements with other disciplines.
• Technical Calculations & Analysis: Perform detailed engineering calculations and analyses (e.g., electrical service loads, generator sizing, fire alarm specs, lighting levels) to ensure safe, code-compliant, and efficient designs.
• Specification Writing: Develop and customize electrical specifications for various projects. Evaluate project requirements to determine appropriate specification type, complexity, and content accuracy.

Requirements to be successful:

● B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited school.

● Professional Engineering license or the ability to achieve a P.E. in all necessary states.

● 12+ years design/engineering experience including prior consulting/client services experience

● Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels of the organization, with clients and regulatory authorities.

● Proficiency in AutoCad, Revit, and other drawing technology like Navisworks, Blue beam, Adobe PDF, SketchUp, etc., strong MS Office Suite skills.

● Knowledgeable of current industry standards such as NEC guidelines and NFPA guidelines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $190,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Professional Engineer (Required)

Work Location: In person