Electrical Engineer, Power Specialty Team Lead
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Key details
- Location
- United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 10–13 yrs
- Function
- Hardware, mechanical & civil engineering
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- Yesterday
Skills
About the role
Position: Electrical Engineer, Power Specialty Team Lead
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Years of Experience: 10+ Years
About RTM:
RTM Engineering Consultants is an MEP, Civil and Structural engineering firm that goes beyond the conventional consulting role. We forge deep partnerships with our clients by aligning with the goals, processes and people at each organization. By integrating our expertise, we offer a comprehensive suite of national resources combined with localized relationships, delivering exceptional value to our clients.
At RTM Engineering Consultants, we prioritize the well-being and growth of our team members. Our commitment to professional development is evident through hands-on mentoring, opportunities for advancement, and access to RTM University. With integrated multi-disciplinary studios, you'll collaborate with experts of all levels and various disciplines. We continuously foster a positive team culture through outings that strengthen the bonds of our teams and at RTM, giving and taking are fundamental values. We believe in giving our best, contributing to others, and embracing diversity and equality for progress. Join our dynamic and inclusive team where your well-being, growth, and contributions are valued.
Our Team:
At RTM, we hold a profound appreciation for our workforce. We firmly believe that YOU, our team members, are our most valuable asset and are instrumental in defining our organization. Our dedication lies in delivering experiences that foster your growth and success, whether you are just embarking on your career path or have attained seasoned expertise. Guided by our CORE values of Collaborative Communication, Overall Unity, Respect and Trust, and Excellence in Engineering, we forge a unified team that consistently pursues professional achievement in all endeavors we undertake.
RTM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision plans, employee assistance program, disability coverage, life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing, flexible work schedule, paid time off and training and development courses.
Benefits of Joining RTM:
- Responsible Time Off (RTO) & Paid Holidays
- Flexible Scheduling
- 401K with Matching
- Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
- Hands-on Mentoring & Learning
- Professional Advancement Opportunities
- Integrated Multi-disciplinary Studios.
Role Overview:
The Studio Lead for the Power Specialty Group is a dual technical and leadership role responsible for driving business growth, managing project execution, and elevating team capabilities. You will lead business development by acquiring RFPs and crafting proposals for both client direct and RTM cross studio/operational groups, while directly supporting project managers and our global talent team to ensure successful delivery. As a core subject matter expert, you will educate your direct team on specialized power engineering projects and champion the studio's capabilities across larger organizations to foster cross-studio collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities
Business Development & Studio Growth
- Acquire RFPs and lead the development of technical proposals for new projects.
- Educate broader organization on the Power Specialty Studio’s unique skill sets.
- Identify project crossover opportunities with other engineering studios to maximize internal collaboration.
Project Support & Team Leadership
- Assist project managers with technical guidance, budgeting, and execution strategies.
- Manage the engineering team to consistently meet project goals, budgets, and client expectations.
- Navigate fast-paced schedules by pivoting frequently to handle incoming small or large projects with short deadlines.
Technical Training & Mentorship
- Teach and mentor the internal team on complex arc flash, medium voltage, and solar PV projects.
- Bridge communication gaps by patiently explaining highly technical engineering requirements to clients and multi-discipline engineers.
Technical Domains & Project Scope
Power Studies & Arc Flash Analysis
- Perform and oversee short-circuit analysis, load flow analysis, protective device coordination, arc flash calculation and mitigation studies.
- Execute arc flash calculations and generate comprehensive, detailed reports featuring technical results and safety recommendations.
- Provide precise overcurrent protection settings to be implemented by electrical contractors or qualified personnel.
- Print and install arc flash labels that meet Code and client requirements.
Medium Voltage Design
- Design medium voltage infrastructure from scratch or modify existing systems.
- Engage directly with utility companies and client low-voltage engineering teams to determine total loads and optimal distribution methods.
- Develop details for duct banks, cabling specs, manholes, handholes, overcurrent protection within metal-enclosed or metal-clad switchgear and the concrete pads or vaults the equipment will be installed upon.
- Specify equipment including enclosed metal-clad or metal-enclosed switchgear and pad-mounted transformers.
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Design
- Conduct initial feasibility analyses, outlining solar potential, rough incentive structures, system costs, and ROI metrics.
- Provide design-scope narratives for bidding purposes to meet client needs and installation expectations.
- Lead full-lifecycle design projects through Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), Construction Documents (CD), and Construction Administration (CA).
- Oversee potential site commissioning upon project installation completion.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Proficiencies
- Advanced experience with industry-standard power system software, specifically SKM and ETAP.
- Design software experience with Autodesk ACC/Forma, Revit, and AutoCAD a plus.
- Deep technical understanding of utility coordination, distribution methods, and electrical safety standards.
- Experience in electrical estimating, budgeting, and scope development.
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Very strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
- Proven ability to manage, budget, and resource-plan specialized engineering projects.
- Exceptional patience and consulting skills to guide clients, younger engineers, and non-electrical
engineers who may not understand the granular details of power studies.
Experience & Education Requirements
- 4-year degree in engineering required
- Power Studies: 10+ years of dedicated experience conducting power studies, short circuit coordination, and arc flash analysis.
- Project Management: 5+ years of experience managing electrical engineering projects.
- Contracting/Field Experience a plus: 2 to 5 years of electrical contracting, installation, or contractor
- Management experience is highly preferred.
- A valid Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly valuable and preferred
Equal Employment Opportunity:
It is the policy of RTM Engineering Consultants to practice a program of equal employment opportunity, and advancement opportunities are made available to all employees on the basis of individual qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, disability, age or gender.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
RTM does not currently accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or recruiters.