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Electrical Team Lead jobs are open across construction, manufacturing, utilities, and industrial services, at every level from journeyman to senior lead, with specializations in low-voltage systems, industrial controls, and commercial electrical. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
In the role of Electrical Team Lead, you will have the opportunity to:
- Assist the Electrical Area Business Class Lead with management and culture of the overall business class by being the direct supervisor of a team of up to 8 Electrical engineers, EITs, coordinators, and designers with varying degrees of experience
- Work as a collaborative team with other discipline Team Leads and the Area Business Class Lead for work staffing and project proposals
- Provide team leadership with a focus on technical excellence, quality, recruiting, mentoring, and staff development
- Function as design lead or engineering project manager for key projects
- Assist in ensuring all work is planned, organized, controlled, and coordinated with Project Managers
- Assist the Area Electrical Business Class Lead in the recruitment and growth of the business class in Colorado
- Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical focus
- Experienced in development and management of diverse teams
- Active engagement in professional and technical societies
- Preference given to local candidates
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- A minimum of 7 years experience
- Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Ability to handle multiple assignments
- Good leadership and organizational skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location
: United States-Colorado-DenverIndustry
: Building EngineeringSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Posting
: Nov 10, 2026
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
In the role of Electrical Team Lead, you will have the opportunity to:
- Assist the Electrical Area Business Class Lead with management and culture of the overall business class by being the direct supervisor of a team of up to 8 Electrical engineers, EITs, coordinators, and designers with varying degrees of experience
- Work as a collaborative team with other discipline Team Leads and the Area Business Class Lead for work staffing and project proposals
- Provide team leadership with a focus on technical excellence, quality, recruiting, mentoring, and staff development
- Function as design lead or engineering project manager for key projects
- Assist in ensuring all work is planned, organized, controlled, and coordinated with Project Managers
- Assist the Area Electrical Business Class Lead in the recruitment and growth of the business class in Colorado
- Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical focus
- Experienced in development and management of diverse teams
- Active engagement in professional and technical societies
- Preference given to local candidates
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- A minimum of 7 years experience
- Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Ability to handle multiple assignments
- Good leadership and organizational skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location
: United States-Colorado-DenverIndustry
: Building EngineeringSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Posting
: Nov 10, 2026Electrical Team Lead Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
- Rosendin Electric16
- HDR5
- Ursus2
- Stadler Rail2
- CBRE1
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical team lead jobs.
- Valid journeyman or master electrician license in the applicable state
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and schematics
- Experience supervising and coordinating a crew of two or more electricians
- Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and local building codes
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction or general industry certification
- Familiarity with conduit bending, panel installation, and low-voltage systems
Tips for Your Electrical Team Lead Job Search
Tailor your resume for each site type
Hiring managers for commercial electrical leads prioritize NEC code compliance and project closeout experience, while industrial sites want PLC familiarity and lockout/tagout oversight. Adjust your bullet points to match the environment before you apply.
List your license tier and state clearly
Journeyman and master electrician license numbers, issuing states, and expiration dates belong near the top of your resume. Recruiters filter fast, and an unlisted or buried license can cost you a callback before anyone reads your experience.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists electrical team lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name crew size
Job descriptions that specify the number of electricians you would supervise signal a serious hiring process. Roles listing three or more direct reports usually offer a higher pay band and are worth prioritizing over vague leadership descriptions.
Prepare a scenario answer for safety incidents
Interviewers for electrical team lead roles almost always ask how you have handled a near-miss or OSHA recordable event. Have a specific, structured example ready that covers what happened, what you did, and what you changed afterward.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate pay
Clarify before the offer whether you are responsible for material procurement, scheduling, or subcontractor coordination. Those duties significantly affect workload and leverage, and they give you a concrete basis for a higher compensation ask.
Electrical Team Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most electrical team leads?
The companies hiring the most electrical team leads right now include Rosendin Electric, HDR, and Ursus, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Construction contractors, national electrical subcontractors, and utilities tend to post the highest volume of team lead openings consistently.
How many electrical team lead jobs are remote?
About 35% of electrical team lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most electrical work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include estimating-focused lead roles, project coordination positions, and low-voltage or building automation oversight roles where site visits are periodic rather than daily.
How do you become an electrical team lead?
Start by earning your journeyman electrician license, which requires completing an apprenticeship program and passing your state licensing exam. Build several years of field experience across different project types, then actively take on mentorship and scheduling duties to demonstrate readiness. Obtaining an OSHA safety certification and, eventually, a master electrician license strengthens your candidacy significantly for lead roles.
Can you get hired as an electrical team lead without prior lead experience?
Yes, some employers will hire candidates into a team lead role if you have strong journeyman-level field experience and can show informal leadership on past projects. Document any time you trained apprentices, coordinated material deliveries, or directed small crews. Smaller contractors and growth-stage electrical firms are more likely to promote from within or hire a first-time lead than large national contractors.
What does the electrical team lead interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your license status, crew experience, and availability. An in-person or video interview follows, where you can expect questions about how you manage safety compliance, handle schedule conflicts, and train less experienced electricians. Some companies add a brief technical walkthrough or a scenario-based exercise covering code questions or job-site problem-solving before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to electrical team lead jobs?
You can find and apply to electrical team lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your license type, crew experience, and preferred project environment, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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