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Principal Electrical Engineer

Principal Electrical Engineer

HireIQ Solutions, Inc.Bend, OR, United States
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Principal Electrical Engineer

Location : Bend, Oregon | Hybrid flexibility available

Compensation : $125,000 - $140,000+ DOE, plus profit sharing & relocation assistance

About the Role

HireIQ Solutions is leading the search for a Principal Electrical Engineer to join a small but highly skilled engineering consulting firm in Bend, Oregon. This is a leadership-track opportunity for an experienced engineer who brings both technical excellence and the ability to manage and grow an electrical department.

You'll lead the electrical design of MEP projects across commercial, industrial, medical, and multi-family sectors, collaborating closely with architects, contractors, and internal teams. This role blends hands-on design with client leadership and business acumen, making it an ideal fit for someone who thrives on autonomy, enjoys variety in project work, and is ready to make a direct impact on both project outcomes and the future of the company.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead electrical design for building systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems
  • Manage and deliver a wide range of MEP projects, from small-scale to complex developments
  • Collaborate with architects and project teams to produce coordinated, constructible designs
  • Oversee project scope, schedule, and budgets while maintaining client relationships
  • Provide quality control, ensuring designs meet codes, standards, and energy efficiency best practices
  • Represent the firm in client meetings, site visits, and coordination sessions
  • Manage drafting resources, with the opportunity to hire and develop dedicated support staff
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to firm-wide knowledge sharing
  • Support proposal development, fee estimates, and business development activities

Required Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 10+ years of electrical engineering experience in the MEP / building systems industry
  • 5+ years of project management experience, including client-facing responsibilities
  • Proven ability to lead projects from concept through construction
  • Experience leading and mentoring a small team or department
  • Strong collaboration skills, particularly in working with architects and multidisciplinary partners
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and social skills
  • Desire to step away from a large firm and into a role where your contributions directly shape the business
  • Must be based in or willing to relocate to Bend, Oregon (hybrid flexibility available)

    • Preferred Experience

  • Familiarity with Oregon-based construction and permitting processes
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and / or Revit workflows
  • Passion for working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where every contribution matters

    • Why Join

    This is a firm where quality comes first. The team may be small, but every member is highly skilled in their field, and clients know they can count on consistent, thoughtful results. Leadership is committed to hiring thoughtfully, which means when you join, you'll be trusted with autonomy, leadership, and the ability to grow your own department. Drafting support is available, with plans to build additional resources as the company continues to grow.

    Located in beautiful Bend, Oregon, the team enjoys a true work-life balance-with easy access to skiing, hiking, biking, paddling, and everything the Central Oregon outdoors has to offer. If you're looking for meaningful work, leadership opportunities, and a lifestyle that supports your well-being, this is the place to be.

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    Principal Electrical Engineer • Bend, OR, United States