BW Design Group · 9 hours ago
Department Manager - Electrical
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
12+ years expBW Design Group is an ENR ranked AEC firm that is seeking a Department Manager - Electrical to join their team. In this role, you will lead the development of electrical design packages for cGMP manufacturing facilities and collaborate with clients to deliver high-quality solutions while managing department operations.
Industrial Automation
Hiring Manager
Bill Hornaday
Responsibilities
Lead the development of electrical design packages for cGMP manufacturing facilities, including power distribution, lighting, and fire alarm systems
Apply your expertise in power distribution — 480V 3-phase systems, grounded/ungrounded configurations, feeder sizing, grounding, cable tray design, switchboard/service sizing, and life safety systems
Responsible for department hiring, workload planning, performance reviews, and coordination with regional and national discipline leaders
Collaborate directly with clients to understand project goals, present design strategies, and build long-term trusted relationships
Leverage your field experience and constructability knowledge to ensure practical, installation-ready designs
Contribute to client development efforts by helping identify new project opportunities and delivering outstanding technical solutions
Strengthen internal connections across disciplines and support the growth of our Architecture/Engineering Process Practice
Participate in planning, proposal development, and project profile creation as a key team contributor
Play an integral part in shaping team culture and project execution standards through your day-to-day leadership and communication
Qualification
Required
12 years of experience in electrical engineering design for manufacturing or industrial facilities within architecture/engineering firm environments
Experience acting as Engineer of Record (EOR) with active involvement in design development and delivery
Technical proficiency in low voltage (120V–480V) electrical power distribution systems (medium voltage experience is a plus)
Deep knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and ability to apply relevant codes and standards to all designs
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience with AEC industry software such as REVIT, AutoCAD, eTAP, SKM, Visual, Easy Power, ElumTools, BlueBeam, etc
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and technical presentations
Willingness to travel for client meetings, site visits, start-up support, training, and industry events
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
Benefits
Professional development resources
Mentorships
First Year Experience program
Individual Development Plans
Career Path resources and tools
Company
BW Design Group
BW Design Group is the only independent, fully integrated AEC firm powered by a Manufacturer's Mindset™.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Aderito Dos Santos
Partner
Adolfo Santana
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