Senior Electrical Engineer – Ownership Path

Company Name: Harrell Design Group

Location: Charlotte, NC

Project Focus: Healthcare, Institutional, Lab, and Multifamily Sectors.

Work Setting: Hybrid (Charlotte Office Collaboration + Remote Flexibility)

Salary: $110,000 – $154,000 + Total Comp Package $155,000 – $190,000+ (Bonuses & Benefits)

Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

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Position Overview

Are you ready to transcend the role of a traditional engineer and step into a definitive track toward firm ownership? We are seeking a visionary Senior Electrical Engineer to spearhead complex design initiatives and serve as a technical cornerstone for our Charlotte operations. This is not merely a production role; it is a high-impact leadership mission designed for an entrepreneurial professional ready to transition into principal ownership within a 2–5 year window. You will architect the future of critical infrastructure while steering the technical evolution of a high-performing MEP team.

Joining our team means entering a legacy of technical excellence where 40% of your colleagues are licensed PEs with nearly two decades of individual expertise. The firm provides a sophisticated, integrated platform—utilizing VR visualization and proprietary design software—to solve the intricate challenges of modern healthcare and laboratory environments. Here, your work goes beyond calculations; you are building a personal and professional legacy within one of the Southeast’s most dynamic engineering hubs.

Core Responsibilities

• Design Leadership: Architect and oversee comprehensive electrical systems for high-stakes projects in the healthcare, institutional, and science/tech sectors.

• Strategic Mentorship: Steer the professional development of junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical rigor and cross-disciplinary innovation.

• Client Stewardship: Act as the primary technical liaison to build and sustain high-trust relationships, ensuring project outcomes exceed client expectations and drive repeat business.

• Full-Lifecycle Management: Integrate complex systems from initial concept through construction administration, balancing sophisticated technical quality with rigorous budget and schedule constraints.

• Business Integration: Partner with executive leadership to influence business development strategies and the firm’s long-term growth trajectory.

• Field Oversight: Conduct strategic site visits across the Carolinas to ensure design intent is flawlessly implemented during the construction phase.

• Technical Innovation: Utilize cutting-edge BIM and Revit workflows to enhance project delivery and maintain the firm’s competitive edge in the AEC market.

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Required Qualifications

• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license is mandatory.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.

• Experience: 8–10+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience within a consulting environment.

• Sector Expertise: Proven track record in the design of healthcare, institutional, lab, or large-scale multifamily facilities.

• Software Proficiency: Advanced command of Revit and BIM-integrated design tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-State Licensure: Ability or willingness to obtain NCEES record for licensure in additional states.

• Advanced Systems Knowledge: Specific experience with complex emergency power systems, lighting controls, and low-voltage integration in clinical settings.

• Entrepreneurial Drive: Previous experience in project pursuit, fee estimation, or department-level resource management.

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About Harrell Design Group

Harrell Design Group is a premier engineering and design firm known for its deep technical bench and collaborative culture. With a focus on highly complex market sectors like healthcare and institutional labs, the firm has established itself as a leader in the Charlotte region. Their commitment to mentorship and internal growth is reflected in their senior-heavy staff, providing an unparalleled environment for an aspiring principal to thrive.

About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of Harrell Design Group. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.

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