Senior Electrical Engineer: Commonwealth Holdings, Inc.
Omaha, NE
Senior Electrical Engineer: Commonwealth Holdings, Inc.
Leads design, coordination, and execution of electrical systems for commercial, industrial, and mission-critical construction projects; mentors junior staff and oversees multiple teams. Requires a PE license, ABET electrical or architectural engineering degree, NEC proficiency, and 10+ years' experience.
Commonwealth Holdings, Inc. is the parent company of three subsidiaries that deliver comprehensive electrical and technology solutions across multiple states. Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest provides full-service electrical contracting, Confluence Technology Group specializes in low-voltage systems and technology integration, and Rydalch Electric is a long-standing leader in Utah's construction industry, offering electrical construction services for commercial, institutional, and industrial markets. Together, these companies operate across Arizona, Iowa, Nebraska, and Utah, serving diverse sectors with expertise and reliability.
With a Commitment to Excellence, Commonwealth uses a combination of disciplines, expertise, and our four core values (Customers, Employees, Character, and Mastery) to serve our customers with the highest quality of work. We employ hundreds of skilled employees nationwide, so if you are interested in becoming part of our team, keep on reading!
What We Offer:
Employee Ownership: As employee owners, a key component to our company culture is that every team member has a stake in our success. Your hard work directly contributes to the growth and prosperity of the company, and you share in the rewards.
Work-Life Balance: We understand how important work-life balance and personal wellbeing are, which is why we're committed to fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes both-because when you thrive, we all do.
Benefits: Qualified employees are offered comprehensive and competitive benefits package to protect them and their families from the unknown.
Mentorship: Each new team member is paired with a mentor who provides guidance, support, and valuable insights throughout your onboarding experience and beyond.
Career Development: With access to continuous learning opportunities and training programs, you can advance your career and stay at the forefront of industry innovations.
Leadership Development: Whether you are just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, we provide opportunities for leadership development to provide you the tools and support you need to succeed.
Position Summary: The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading the design, coordination, and execution of electrical systems for commercial, industrial, and mission-critical construction projects. They are also responsible for developing design alternatives and innovative solutions to issues that arise on these projects. This position also ensures code compliance, and alignment with design specifications for the duration of the project. The Senior Electrical Engineer serves as a technical leader, mentor, and key liaison between engineering, project management, and field operations.
Primary Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Required Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Preferred:
This is not a remote position
Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran or disability status, or any other status covered under the Equal Employment Opportunity Act. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: (402) 473-2293
Email: lselig@commonwealthelectric.com
Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Arabic - Chinese
English - Spanish - Chinese
If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English
With a Commitment to Excellence, Commonwealth uses a combination of disciplines, expertise, and our four core values (Customers, Employees, Character, and Mastery) to serve our customers with the highest quality of work. We employ hundreds of skilled employees nationwide, so if you are interested in becoming part of our team, keep on reading!
What We Offer:
Employee Ownership: As employee owners, a key component to our company culture is that every team member has a stake in our success. Your hard work directly contributes to the growth and prosperity of the company, and you share in the rewards.
Work-Life Balance: We understand how important work-life balance and personal wellbeing are, which is why we're committed to fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes both-because when you thrive, we all do.
Benefits: Qualified employees are offered comprehensive and competitive benefits package to protect them and their families from the unknown.
Mentorship: Each new team member is paired with a mentor who provides guidance, support, and valuable insights throughout your onboarding experience and beyond.
Career Development: With access to continuous learning opportunities and training programs, you can advance your career and stay at the forefront of industry innovations.
Leadership Development: Whether you are just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, we provide opportunities for leadership development to provide you the tools and support you need to succeed.
Position Summary: The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading the design, coordination, and execution of electrical systems for commercial, industrial, and mission-critical construction projects. They are also responsible for developing design alternatives and innovative solutions to issues that arise on these projects. This position also ensures code compliance, and alignment with design specifications for the duration of the project. The Senior Electrical Engineer serves as a technical leader, mentor, and key liaison between engineering, project management, and field operations.
Primary Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Create design drawings for projects
- Publish specifications for projects
- Perform breaker coordination studies, short circuit calculations, and arc flash studies using SKM software
- Mentor junior engineers, designers, and interns
- Review work of Engineers to ensure accuracy
- Oversee multiple projects including managing the associated Field Services, Design, and Construction Engineering teams
- Work with field personnel to solve problems
- Answer design and field questions related to system design and the National Electrical Code
- Exemplify, promote and foster our vision of being Committed to Excellence through our Core Values of Customers, Employees, Character and Mastery
- All other duties as assigned and required
Required Qualifications:
- Thorough understanding of electrical construction
- Knowledge in Revit, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam
- Advanced PC skills, specifically Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint)
- Expertise with SKM Powertools
- Highly organized, detail-oriented and hard working
- Effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with personnel at all organizational levels
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited institution, OR
- Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering with electrical emphasis from ABET accredited institution
- PE License required
- Proficient with NEC
- At least 10 years relevant experience including design team management
Preferred:
- Strong knowledge of industrial design, including instrumentation
This is not a remote position
Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran or disability status, or any other status covered under the Equal Employment Opportunity Act. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: (402) 473-2293
Email: lselig@commonwealthelectric.com
Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Arabic - Chinese
English - Spanish - Chinese
If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English