Electrical Design Engineering Supervisor (Construction Services)
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The Pieper Electric Construction Services team is seeking an experienced and motivated Engineering Design Supervisor to lead and support our electrical design team across a wide range of projects-from concept to completion. In this key leadership role, you will manage design workflows, mentor engineering staff, and contribute directly to electrical system layouts and specifications. You'll play a hands-on role in both technical execution and team oversight, helping to drive project success, maintain high-quality deliverables, and support continuous improvement. This position works cross-functionally with internal teams and operational branches to deliver reliable, code-compliant designs that align with business goals and customer needs.
Why work here? At Pieper Electric, we believe our people are our greatest asset-and we back that up with real support, meaningful benefits, and a culture of ownership.
100% Employee-Owned - As an owner, you have a direct stake in our success and a voice in our future.
No-Cost Healthcare - We cover the full premium for health, dental, and vision insurance-because your well-being matters.
Generous Time Off - Enjoy paid holidays and a flexible time off policy that supports work-life balance.
Professional Growth - We invest in our people with opportunities for advancement, development, and leadership.
Team-Oriented Culture - Work alongside collaborative teams that value quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
This is more than a job-it's a place to grow, contribute, and thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with architects, general contractors, owners, and internal stakeholders to seamlessly integrate electrical systems into building designs.
- Lead the design of electrical systems across various sectors-including commercial, industrial, institutional, food service, residential, and warehousing-with expertise in distribution, branch power and lighting, motor controls, and arc flash coordination.
- Perform load calculations and select equipment and system pathways to ensure compliance, cost-efficiency, and long-term performance.
- Support pre- and post-bid phases for design-build and design-assist projects, including plan modifications and partial system calculations.
- Ensure all design work aligns with current codes, regulations, and industry best practices.
- Oversee multiple concurrent project designs, managing timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure on-time execution.
- Create standardized design templates for typical installations (e.g., grounding, bonding, lighting layouts, panel schedules, elevations, and plan notes).
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of design meetings, changes, directives, and supporting materials, including date-stamped records.
- Organize and maintain a standardized folder structure and technical specifications repository for use across the engineering team.
- Track all projects and labor hours using Pieper Electric's ERP system, ensuring accurate reporting and cost control.
- Forecast team capacity, project backlog, and resource allocation needs, adjusting plans proactively to meet demand.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to refine and implement consistent documentation, workflows, standard operating procedures, and software tools.
- Work closely with the Construction Services Manager to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
- Supervise project flow, review design outputs for quality and accuracy, and ensure adherence to code and project intent.
- Support team development through workforce planning, training initiatives, performance reviews, and professional development strategies.
- Foster open communication, manage team workload, and ensure alignment with project goals and department objectives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, hold a Wisconsin Design or PE certification
- -OR-
- 10+ years' experience in electrical engineering and or electrical construction design.
- 10+ years of utilizing electrical and construction-based design software.
- Software Proficiency and working knowledge withincluding but not limited to: Bluebeam, Excel, Revit, AutoCAD, smart sheets,Autodesk build, Accubid, Power point, Apple/iPad, Plan Grid, Procore.
Pieper Electric isan Equal Opportunity Employer
- Location:
- New Berlin