Under the direction of the Director – Capital Programs and/or designee the incumbent will be responsible for providing leadership for the school system on all lighting, electrical, and fire alarm issues, including issues relating to sustainability. The Senior Electrical Engineer will develop/review/revise design standards for PGCPS electrical systems and related systems. The Senior Electrical Engineer will coordinate and lead engineering design review, coordination, code input and construction technical support for the electrical aspects of all capital projects in the Department of Capital Programs (DCP), ranging from code corrections, minor and major renovations, systemic replacement projects, and new or replacement schools. The incumbent will coordinate and manage the work of consultant electrical engineers and in house engineering. The incumbent will also be responsible for coordinating electrical concerns with other internal departments, including Building Services, Transportation, Food and Nutrition Services, Regional Offices, and other departments as required to support the electrical infrastructure needs. This position will provide assistance in construction quality control for the Department Capital Programs, Capital projects and will lead the development of electrical, lighting, and fire alarm engineering standards. The incumbent will also be responsible for stamping and approving electrical drawings and have a professional license (PE) in Maryland. 

Lead and coordinate electrical design and reviews of all capital projects with a focus on electrical design; coordinate directly or indirectly with consultant firms, depending on the nature of the project;

Develop scope of work documents for RFPs for electrical design services; assist in development of general A/E services RFPs and evaluations;

Review material specifications, change orders, and other design documents to ensure they adhere to the standards;

Review change order requests as the Owner’s representative on Job Order Contracts and other Design Build projects for the Department of Capital Programs.

Coordinate with office staff, consultants, contractors and other personnel.

Organization Standards

Responsible for developing and maintaining PGCPS Electrical Master Specifications and Design Guidelines;

Develop electrical, lighting and fire alarm standards for capital projects including new schools, major renovations, component replacements (such as switchgears, generators, fire alarm systems, lighting systems, etc.), and other significant projects;

Consistently incorporate scale and balance, designing elements that work or enhance programmatic goals including meeting with members from the instructional staff, principals, and other appropriate staff members in the development and upkeep of the Educational Specifications.

Design Responsibilities

In coordination with Building Services and within the framework of the Capital Improvement Program, develop a strategic plan to address electrical deficiencies throughout the school system;

Coordinate electrical project planning for the Capital Improvement Plan, including scope development;

Support the Project Management Section in project implementation, including bidding, negotiating, substitution review, site visits, commissioning, and turn-over;

Provide leadership on sustainability efforts including LEED certifications, standards development, and other initiatives;

Develop highly complex engineering studies, plans, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, and performance assessments as required;

Recommend alternative engineering solutions to management to meet the school district’s needs;

Design, develop, modify and evaluate systems, processes, or facilities to support the capital improvement projects objectives; and

Performs other duties as assigned.

Must have customer service orientation and project management experience;

Experience in systems design, calculations, specifications and cost estimating in electrical/fire alarm systems, for educational projects required;

A minimum of eight years of engineering experience in the study, design and
construction administration of building electrical power, lighting, fire alarm, electronic safety and security, communications, and low voltage control systems for public and/or private school facilities or similar facilities - Experience must include: electrical standards development, specification development and review, production drawings, and construction cost estimating;

Working experience with engineering programs, including AutoCAD, Revit and Microsoft Office including Word and Excel;

Demonstrated knowledge and application of the principles in area of engineering specialty;

Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills involving the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and recommendations;

Excellent verbal and written communication, people/customer skills and proven leadership abilities with the motivation to make PGCPS a leader in electrical/fire alarm design and successful project delivery;

Excellent follow-through skills;

Familiar with use of applicable national and local codes;

Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations while maintaining focus and calmness;

Knowledge of sustainability practices;

Proficient with the use of personal computers including automated tools; and

Ability to travel and conduct field work as needed within the school district.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.  A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a lead engineer role, and eight plus years of design or relevant experience.

Professional Mechanical Engineer licensed in the State of Maryland. Alternatively, licensed in another state with ability to become licensed. Electrical Design Engineer or related with a preference of 5 to 8 years experience.

LEED Accredited Professional certification preferred.

No direct supervisory responsibilities.



The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.




The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.




Possession of an appropriate and valid Maryland Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.