Senior Electrical Engineer

As a Senior Electrical Engineer at Syska Hennessy Group, your role focuses on representing the firm in client interactions and managing project teams. Your responsibilities include designing large-scale projects, preparing comprehensive reports, and providing high-level technical guidance. You'll also coordinate with owners and contractors, establish design criteria, prepare proposals, and oversee project budgets and schedules, making it a diverse and impactful position.

To qualify for a Senior Electrical Engineer position at Syska Hennessy Group, candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and have a minimum of 8 years of experience in a consulting environment. A current PE registration is required, and experience in healthcare projects, as well as supervisory or project management roles, is highly desirable. LEED AP accreditation and knowledge of design software like AutoCAD and REVIT are also preferred.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer at Syska Hennessy Group, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities. Additionally, you can take advantage of a generous PTO policy, work-from-home options, health wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives—ensuring a well-rounded work-life balance.

Syska Hennessy Group is dedicated to fostering career growth for its Senior Electrical Engineers. You'll be part of a supportive environment that encourages continual learning through training courses and professional development incentives. With access to a national network of over 100 engineers, you'll have opportunities to collaborate, share knowledge, and further your expertise in engineering design, allowing you to make significant strides in your career.

The workplace culture at Syska Hennessy Group is dynamic and inclusive, emphasizing collaboration and diversity. Senior Electrical Engineers work in an environment that promotes mutual respect, ownership of work, and innovative thinking. With fun social events and a flexible work model, you'll find the culture both engaging and supportive as you work alongside talented professionals committed to excellence.

In answering this question, focus on specific projects you've worked on that relate to healthcare, detailing your role, challenges faced, and solutions implemented. Highlight how your experience aligns with the expectations at Syska Hennessy Group, emphasizing your technical and leadership skills.

Discuss your design process, including how you assess client needs, establish project criteria, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams. Emphasize your ability to innovate and your experience with AutoCAD or REVIT, showcasing your technical proficiency and collaborative mindset.

In your response, outline your project management techniques, such as establishing clear timelines, budgets, and communication channels. Mention any software tools you've used for project tracking and how you ensure that deadlines are met while maintaining quality standards.

Explain your knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards. Share examples of how you incorporate these into your designs, and describe your experience with QA/QC processes to validate work completed by staff, ensuring that all design criteria are met faithfully.

Share specific instances where you've participated in business development or client interactions, focusing on how you've built relationships, navigated contracts, or presented proposals. Highlight your communication skills and ability to represent your firm confidently.

Talk about professional organizations you belong to, conferences you attend, or publications you read to stay updated with industry trends. Mention any relevant certifications you pursue and how you apply new knowledge to your work as a Senior Electrical Engineer.

Choose a specific project where you faced significant challenges. Describe the hurdles, your approach to problem-solving, and the ultimate outcomes. This demonstrates your technical capabilities and resilience under pressure, traits valued in a Senior Electrical Engineer.

Emphasize the importance of teamwork in your work philosophy. Provide examples of how you've successfully collaborated with other engineers, contractors, or clients to achieve project objectives, showcasing your ability to work harmoniously in a team environment.

Discuss your approach to task management, how you develop priorities based on project timelines, and the tools you use for organization. This will demonstrate your ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality and deadlines.

Reflect on what attracts you to Syska Hennessy Group, such as the firm's commitment to engineering excellence, diverse projects, and supportive culture. Connect your professional values and goals with the company's mission and vision, portraying genuine enthusiasm for working there.