What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Electrical Engineer position at Cushing Terrell?
Position Description
We’re looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer to establish and grow our electrical engineering practice in Austin. This is a rare opportunity to define technical direction, shape project delivery, and build a local team — all with the support of an established, multidisciplinary firm and a strong nationwide electrical group. You’ll work across a wide range of markets and building types, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams who value innovation and technical excellence.
If you’re a senior engineer who thrives on leadership, technical depth, and creating something new, this role offers the autonomy and visibility to make a long-term impact.
Position Salary Range*
The expected salary range for this position is $145,000 to $168,000 annually.
Required Qualifications**
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering
- 15 years of Electrical Engineering experience in the building design industry
- Licensed Professional Engineer
- Strong proficiency with Autodesk MEP Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Outlook, and Microsoft Office
- Deep technical understanding of electrical systems, including advantages, limitations, cost implications, and energy efficiency
Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they don’t meet 100% of the listed requirements? We don’t want you to hold back! If you check most of the qualifications above and believe you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply!
Position Responsibilities***
- Provide electrical engineering design for various building types
- Serve as Engineer-in-responsible-charge, making technical decisions, reviewing, stamping, and signing Construction Documents
- Provide leadership, communication, training, mentorship, continuous assignments, and feedback to team members
- Drive business development by identifying market opportunities and participating in firm-wide project interviews
- Support project interviews, prepare fee proposals, and assist with contract negotiations
- Schedule project workloads, represent Cushing Terrell in meetings, and assist in strategy sessions
- Review design packages and provide clear technical direction to project teams
- Direct activities of workers and consultants preparing drawings and specifications
- Manage the financial aspects of projects, balancing strong client relationships with business goals
- Execute supervisory responsibilities, including interviewing, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding, and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving issues
- Act as a resource/advisor for continuing education topics/needs
- Engage actively in professional development
Working at Cushing Terrell
Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.
Why Cushing Terrell
At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team — from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging — placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, “design meets you.”
Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole.
We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide for more information.
Things to Note
*Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate’s years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.
**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
***The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.
Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.
Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.
Salary : $145,000 - $168,000