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Electrical Project Engineer

We are seeking a degreed Electrical Project Engineer to join a fast-paced, quality-driven environment within a growing organization. The successful candidate will collaborate with senior engineering staff from initial conceptual design through construction and commissioning for both large and small facility projects.

This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse and experienced team to resolve complex challenges, such as conflicting design requirements, unconventional materials, and coordination difficulties—all while benefiting from a robust quality control process. The ideal candidate is motivated to excel in consulting engineering and embraces challenges as opportunities for professional growth.

Typical assignments involve facilities engineering and design projects across industries such as education, public works, water/wastewater, transportation, transit, healthcare, and aviation. We are looking for candidates with experience in building electrical systems, including:

• Lighting, power, and emergency power distribution
• Fire alarm systems
• Security, CCTV, and access control
• Communication systems

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Perform design computations.
• Develop designs in compliance with client specifications, using design software and drafting tools.
• Prepare construction cost estimates.
• Compile contract plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Attend client meetings.
• Coordinate with internal teams to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5–10 years of experience in electrical power distribution, power generation, motor controls, lighting/fire alarm design, telecommunications, or security systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and discipline-specific design software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with NEC, IBC, and NFPA codes for electrical design.
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Record screening.

Working Conditions:

• Office (90%):
  Sedentary work with standard lighting/temperature.
• Field (10%):
  Occasional outdoor work in varying weather; may involve lifting (up to 25 lbs).
• Travel:
  Regional trips (within 90 miles) for meetings, surveys, or construction inspections.

Must Have:

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of NEC/IBC/NFPA codes.
• Clean motor vehicle record.

Nice To Have:

• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Project, Micro Station, SKM Power Tools, modeling software (ETAP, AGi
  32 or Elum Tools).
• Experience with electrical testing equipment.
• Background working with federal, state, or local government agencies.
• Familiarity with regulatory codes at various government levels.