Farnsworth Group

Full-service architecture, engineering, land surveying

Electrical Engineering Manager - Energy & Utilities

Engineering LeadershipConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSt. Louis, MO, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is required.
A Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
Typically, 12–15+ years of experience in technically complex electrical system design is required.
At least 5 years of staff management experience is required.
Broad design experience in industrial power distribution, controls, hazardous classified areas, and medium-voltage systems is required.
Ability to lead electrical design teams and coordinate multidisciplinary project delivery is required.
Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically while managing multiple priorities and simultaneous projects is required.
Ability to solve complex power engineering problems is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
Ability to direct the use of and perform quality-control review in SKM Power Tools, ETAP, and EasyPower is required.
Experience with Microsoft Office, Revit, and AutoCAD is required.
Working knowledge of codes and standards associated with electrical power, including the National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, and applicable IEEE and NFPA standards, is required.
Ability to pass background checks and comply with client-specific site access requirements, including any immunization requirements imposed by industrial clients, is required.
Willingness and ability to travel occasionally to client sites is required.

Responsibilities

Lead the Electrical Energy & Utilities team and provide direction for project delivery, staff development, technical quality, and client service across multiple simultaneous projects.
Manage full electrical design across multiple projects, including power distribution, telecommunications, controls, renewable energy systems, and medium-voltage system design for industrial and oil and gas markets.
Serve as a senior technical resource from project planning through design, construction, startup, and closeout, helping teams deliver solutions for technically complex facilities.
Develop and oversee engineering drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and other technical deliverables, and help implement project execution plans, project controls, and quality assurance and quality control processes.
Guide project approach, staffing, technical review, and production execution to support scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
Direct and support electrical calculations, equipment selections, power systems analyses, and studies such as short circuit, coordination, arc flash, and load flow evaluations as required by project needs.
Coordinate with other disciplines, clients, contractors, utilities, and equipment vendors to deliver integrated solutions and maintain project communication.
Build and maintain client relationships and support business development, proposal development, project scoping, and technical approach development.
Mentor, supervise, and develop engineers, designers, and drafters through coaching, performance support, delegation, and technical growth.
Support construction-phase services, including submittal review, responses to contractor questions, field observations, commissioning support, and resolution of technical issues.

Desired Qualifications

NCEES Record holder is preferred.
Knowledge of Navisworks software is preferred.
Knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD is preferred.

Farnsworth Group is seeking an Electrical Engineering Manager - Energy & Utilities. In this role, you will lead the Electrical Energy & Utilities team and provide both technical and people leadership for electrical engineering work serving industrial, oil & gas, advanced manufacturing, renewable energy, and related Energy & Utilities projects.

What You’ll Do:

Lead the Electrical Energy & Utilities team and provide direction for project delivery, staff development, technical quality, and client service across multiple simultaneous projects.
Assume multi-project responsibilities for full electrical design, including power distribution, telecommunications, controls, renewable energy systems, and medium-voltage system design for industrial and oil & gas markets.
Serve as a senior technical resource from project planning through design, construction, startup, and closeout, helping teams deliver practical, high-quality solutions for technically complex facilities.
Develop and oversee engineering drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and related technical deliverables, while helping implement project execution plans, project controls, and QA/QC processes.
Guide project approach, staffing, technical review, and production execution to support scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
Direct and support electrical calculations, equipment selections, power systems analyses, and studies such as short circuit, coordination, arc flash, load flow, and related evaluations as required by project needs.
Coordinate closely with other disciplines, clients, contractors, utilities, and equipment vendors to deliver integrated solutions and maintain strong project communication.
Build, maintain, and grow client relationships, while supporting business development, proposal development, project scoping, and technical approach development.
Mentor, supervise, and develop engineers, designers, and drafters, including coaching, performance support, delegation, and technical growth.
Support construction-phase services including submittal review, responses to contractor questions, field observations, commissioning support, and resolution of technical issues.

What You’ll Need:

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Typically, 12-15+ years of experience in technically complex electrical system design.
5+ years of staff management experience.
Broad design experience including industrial power distribution, controls, hazardous classified areas, and medium-voltage systems.
Demonstrated ability to lead electrical design teams and coordinate multi-discipline project delivery.
Strong ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically, while managing multiple priorities and simultaneous projects.
Ability to solve complex power engineering problems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Ability to direct the use of and perform QC review in SKM Power Tools, ETAP, and EasyPower.
Experience with Microsoft Office, Revit, and AutoCAD.
Working knowledge of codes and standards associated with electrical power, including the National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, and applicable IEEE and NFPA standards.
Ability to pass background checks and willingness to comply with client-specific site access requirements, including immunization, that industrial clients may require.
Ability to complete occasional travel to client sites in support of projects

Nice To Haves:

NCEES Record holder preferred.
Knowledge of Navisworks software preferred.
Knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD

Who We Are:

Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For eleven consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Join us and move your career forward.

A Great Place to Work Certified

For eleven consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.

Full-time regular employee benefits and perks include:

401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Short & Long-Term Disability
Maternity and Paternity Leave
Professional Development and Training
Mentoring Program
Paid Time Off
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Pet Insurance Plan
Hybrid Work Program (for eligible roles)

Farnsworth Group knows flexibility and work-life balance matter. Many of our roles are eligible for our Hybrid Work Program, which offers a flexible arrangement while supporting our culture and success. Ask your recruiter whether this position qualifies.

Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.

About the Company

Farnsworth Group

Full-service architecture, engineering, land surveying

Farnsworth Group is an employee-owned, full-service design firm with engineers, architects, surveyors, and technicians delivering multidisciplinary design across architecture, engineering, surveying, commissioning, and energy services. It coordinates planning through construction with in-house teams to create holistic solutions for projects. Its edge comes from being employee-owned and having a high rate of repeat clients, plus broad in-house capabilities that enable integrated, end-to-end design. The goal is to champion clients’ successes, support community progress, and deliver high-quality, sustainable design that adapts to a changing world.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Bloomington, IN
Founded: 1890

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