Mid Level Mission Software Engineer Jobs
Mid level mission software engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own complex software systems end to end, make architectural decisions with limited oversight, and bring junior teammates up to speed. Openings run across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Burns & McDonnell, PTS Advance, and HDR hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Electrical Engineer | Mission-Critical & Data Center Design
ABOUT THE JOB
Are you an Electrical Engineer looking to work on complex, technically challenging projects that support some of the most critical infrastructure in the world? We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join a growing engineering team specializing in mission-critical facilities and high-performance building systems. This is an opportunity to contribute to projects where electrical reliability, system performance, and precision are essential, while collaborating with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in electrical engineering design, enjoys solving technical challenges, and is interested in developing their expertise in power distribution, emergency power systems, lighting, and other critical electrical infrastructure.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Design and develop electrical systems for mission-critical facilities, data centers, and other complex building environments.
Produce detailed electrical construction drawings, specifications, calculations, and design documentation using Autodesk Revit.
Design medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems, including feeders, switchgear, panelboards, and associated equipment.
Develop lighting systems, perform photometric analyses, and select appropriate lighting fixtures.
Support emergency and standby power system design, including generators, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, and automatic transfer switches.
Perform electrical load calculations, equipment sizing, voltage drop calculations, and panel schedule development.
Conduct and support engineering studies, including short-circuit/fault current analysis, selective coordination, arc-flash analysis, and Neher-McGrath ampacity calculations.
Apply applicable electrical codes and standards, including the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA standards, International Building Code (IBC), and relevant local requirements.
Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, structural, architectural, and low-voltage engineering disciplines.
Review construction submittals, respond to requests for information (RFIs), and assist with technical questions during construction.
Participate in design reviews and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes to ensure accurate, complete, and code-compliant deliverables.
Collaborate with project managers, senior engineers, and multidisciplinary project teams to meet project milestones and deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
Approximately 3–7 years of electrical engineering design experience.
Experience with Autodesk Revit for electrical design and modeling.
Understanding of electrical power distribution, lighting design, load calculations, and applicable electrical codes.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and technical documentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward obtaining it.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or interest in pursuing professional licensure.
Exposure to data centers, mission-critical facilities, industrial facilities, commercial buildings, or other technically complex projects.
Familiarity with emergency power systems, generators, UPS equipment, electrical coordination studies, or critical power infrastructure.
* Experience with electrical construction documentation, submittal reviews, RFIs, or construction administration.
WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY?
Mission-critical engineering: Contribute to complex facilities where electrical reliability and system performance are essential.
Technical development: Build your expertise in power distribution, critical power systems, lighting, and electrical design.
Collaborative environment: Work alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary project teams.
Career progression: Develop your technical capabilities while working toward EIT certification, PE licensure, and increased project responsibility.
Meaningful project exposure:* Gain experience with challenging engineering applications and infrastructure that supports critical operations.
INTRODUCTION
Electrical Engineer | Mission-Critical & Data Center Design
ABOUT THE JOB
Are you an Electrical Engineer looking to work on complex, technically challenging projects that support some of the most critical infrastructure in the world? We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join a growing engineering team specializing in mission-critical facilities and high-performance building systems. This is an opportunity to contribute to projects where electrical reliability, system performance, and precision are essential, while collaborating with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in electrical engineering design, enjoys solving technical challenges, and is interested in developing their expertise in power distribution, emergency power systems, lighting, and other critical electrical infrastructure.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Design and develop electrical systems for mission-critical facilities, data centers, and other complex building environments.
Produce detailed electrical construction drawings, specifications, calculations, and design documentation using Autodesk Revit.
Design medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems, including feeders, switchgear, panelboards, and associated equipment.
Develop lighting systems, perform photometric analyses, and select appropriate lighting fixtures.
Support emergency and standby power system design, including generators, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, and automatic transfer switches.
Perform electrical load calculations, equipment sizing, voltage drop calculations, and panel schedule development.
Conduct and support engineering studies, including short-circuit/fault current analysis, selective coordination, arc-flash analysis, and Neher-McGrath ampacity calculations.
Apply applicable electrical codes and standards, including the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA standards, International Building Code (IBC), and relevant local requirements.
Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, structural, architectural, and low-voltage engineering disciplines.
Review construction submittals, respond to requests for information (RFIs), and assist with technical questions during construction.
Participate in design reviews and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes to ensure accurate, complete, and code-compliant deliverables.
Collaborate with project managers, senior engineers, and multidisciplinary project teams to meet project milestones and deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
Approximately 3–7 years of electrical engineering design experience.
Experience with Autodesk Revit for electrical design and modeling.
Understanding of electrical power distribution, lighting design, load calculations, and applicable electrical codes.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and technical documentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward obtaining it.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or interest in pursuing professional licensure.
Exposure to data centers, mission-critical facilities, industrial facilities, commercial buildings, or other technically complex projects.
Familiarity with emergency power systems, generators, UPS equipment, electrical coordination studies, or critical power infrastructure.
* Experience with electrical construction documentation, submittal reviews, RFIs, or construction administration.
WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY?
Mission-critical engineering: Contribute to complex facilities where electrical reliability and system performance are essential.
Technical development: Build your expertise in power distribution, critical power systems, lighting, and electrical design.
Collaborative environment: Work alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary project teams.
Career progression: Develop your technical capabilities while working toward EIT certification, PE licensure, and increased project responsibility.
Meaningful project exposure:* Gain experience with challenging engineering applications and infrastructure that supports critical operations.
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Mid Level Mission Software Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level mission software engineer job?
Position yourself by showing ownership, not just contribution. Highlight projects where you drove decisions, debugged hard problems independently, and delivered working systems under real constraints. Applications that demonstrate you can operate without hand-holding, communicate trade-offs clearly, and produce reliable mission-critical software stand out at this level. Tailor your resume to the specific domain the employer works in, whether defense, aerospace, or government systems.
Which companies hire mid level mission software engineers?
Companies hiring mid level mission software engineers right now include Burns & McDonnell, PTS Advance, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers large defense contractors and systems integrators as well as government-focused technology firms that need engineers who can deliver in classified or operationally sensitive environments.
Are there remote mid level mission software engineer jobs?
Yes, though the remote share is smaller than in general software roles because mission work often involves secure facilities or sensitive systems. About 7% of mid level mission software engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements more common than fully remote given security clearance and on-site collaboration requirements in this field.
How do I move up to a mid level mission software engineer role?
Moving from entry level to mid level in mission software engineering takes deliberate depth-building. Focus on owning a module or subsystem from requirements through deployment, not just completing assigned tasks. Pursue a security clearance if you don't have one, since it significantly widens opportunity. Demonstrate measurable impact, mentor newer teammates when possible, and develop fluency in the languages and embedded or real-time systems your target domain relies on.
Which industries hire the most mid level mission software engineers?
Mid Level mission software engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they depend on safety-critical, real-time, or operationally sensitive software that demands the kind of independent technical ownership and reliability that mid level engineers are expected to deliver.