What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineering Director (MEP) position at Actalent?
Electrical Engineering Director
Location: Denver, CO
A multidisciplinary design firm is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to lead its Colorado-based electrical engineering team. This is a senior-level opportunity for a licensed engineer who is ready to take ownership of technical excellence, build and mentor a Denver team, and collaborate across disciplines in a dynamic, integrated environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead MEP design and project management for commercial, residential, municipal, multi-family, and mixed-use developments
- Serve as the technical authority on MEP systems design
- Review and oversee calculations, drawings, and construction documentation
- Supervise and mentor PEs, EITs, and junior engineers
- Coordinate with architects and other in-house disciplines for integrated project delivery
- Contribute to QA/QC processes and help refine internal design standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering
- PE license (Colorado or ability to obtain quickly)
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in MEP engineering with a strong design portfolio
- Proficiency in Revit and other MEP design software
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Dedication to quality design, mentorship, and client satisfaction
Compensation and Benefits
- Target base salary: $110,000 to $150,000, based on experience, education, and regional background
- Medical insurance with HSA option
- Dental and vision coverage
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Minimum 15 days PTO, with increases based on experience
- Accident insurance
- 401(k) with 4% match and Roth 401(k) option
- One paid day annually for volunteer work
- Annual company ski day and summer picnic
- Flexible hours and hybrid work options available
- Monthly employee celebrations with lunch provided
- Involvement in full project lifecycle
- Free snacks
- Weekly volleyball league in summer and bowling league in winter
- On-site bar at the Denver office
- Casual dress code
- Entrepreneurial culture that encourages new ideas and innovation
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $62.50 - $130.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Denver,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $110,000 - $150,000
