What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer (Electrical PE) position at Blue Signal Search?
Project Engineer (Electrical PE)
On site in Nashville, TN
A fast-growing engineering and construction organization supporting secure, high consequence environments is adding a licensed electrical engineer to its project delivery team. This is a strong fit for someone who enjoys practical design work, close collaboration with field and project teams, and the chance to influence both custom project execution and long-term engineering standards. You will play a visible role in moving complex infrastructure projects from concept through turnover while helping shape documentation, design consistency, and technical excellence across the business.
What You Will Do
- Create electrical drawing sets for field installation, including site layouts, risers, one lines, schedules, details, and supporting calculation packages.
- Develop practical engineering deliverables that support design build and retrofit projects in active operating environments.
- Partner with project, construction, and field teams to resolve site conditions and keep design documents aligned with real world execution.
- Prepare submittals, closeout packages, as built updates, and related project documentation to support smooth delivery from kickoff through handoff.
- Support control panel concepts, low voltage system design, and technical documentation for specialized equipment applications.
- Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to confirm equipment selections, technical compliance, and material readiness.
- Contribute to standard details, repeatable design practices, and internal engineering documentation that improve quality and efficiency.
- Participate in site visits and field reviews to gather measurements, verify existing conditions, and strengthen design accuracy.
What You Bring
- At least 5 years of engineering experience in electrical design, project engineering, or a closely related role.
- Active Professional Engineer license required.
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology required.
- Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or a comparable design platform.
- Solid command of Microsoft Office tools.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across engineering, operations, and project stakeholders.
- Experience with project management platforms such as Procore is helpful.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
About Blue Signal:
Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS