Senior Electrical Engineer

At Optima Engineering, an employee‑owned MEP engineering consulting firm, we focus on delivering high‑quality mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology design solutions for buildings across the Southeast. Our projects include higher education, municipal, K‑12, and commercial facilities. We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team and help us continue to provide thoughtful and efficient designs for our clients.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 5‑10 years of relevant experience on Mission Critical and Data Centers projects.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of North Carolina or ability to obtain your PE in North Carolina within 6 months.

• Provide input on project viability, assist with proposal preparation, and help select the design team.
• Produce project schedules, lighting, power, and fire alarm designs, compliance checks and specifications, and conduct reviews.
• Conduct interdisciplinary coordination and manage final reviews/approvals between disciplines and agencies.
• Assist designers with maintaining conformed drawings, preparing submittals, and issuing revisions.
• Work in conjunction with the Project Manager, Designers, and Construction Administration Specialist to meet company standards and exceed Client expectations.

• Very familiar with SKM, Short circuit and Arc Flash Studies SKM or Easy Power.
• Commissioning experience in Data Centers.
• UPS and back‑up generators.
• Ability to write Test Scripts and Direct Efforts.
• Willing to work some nights and weekends.

• Employee‑Owned Company.
• Flexible/Hybrid work schedules with early Fridays year‑round.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage;
  Flexible Spending Account; financial and estate planning assistance; and other additional benefits.
• Multi‑tiered Retirement Plan including Employer 401(k) contributions, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership.
• Discretionary bonuses throughout the year.
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
• Frequent volunteer and community involvement opportunities.

We’d love to talk with you about joining our team.

Optima Engineering is committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants—including individuals with disabilities and veterans—are encouraged to apply. Optima Engineering participates in the E‑Verify employment authorization program.