Electrical Engineer – Consulting Engineering

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM

• Design electrical systems including power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, emergency and standby power, UPS, renewable energy systems, fire alarm, and low‑voltage systems (IT, security, access control, life safety).
• Prepare, review, and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Apply sound engineering principles, standard methodologies, and industry best practices to solve complex design challenges.
• Coordinate with architects, owners, contractors, and internal engineering teams through clear verbal and written communication.
• Design and specify system components to meet project requirements, budgets, and schedules.
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and field conditions for conformance with contract documents.
• Review existing as‑built documentation and perform field investigations.
• Prepare feasibility studies, schematic designs, and early‑stage engineering concepts.
• Develop single‑line diagrams, load calculations, and system layouts.
• Perform energy and power system calculations, modeling, and analysis (as applicable).
• Support coordination of design schedules and multidisciplinary deliverables.

• Lead small to medium‑sized projects from concept through construction.
• Perform complex power system studies (Short Circuit, Coordination, Arc Flash).
• Prepare construction estimates, specifications, and technical narratives.
• Mentor junior engineers and support technical development within the team.
• Participate in client engagement and business development activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field.
• Previous experience in MEP consulting engineering (additional experience required for senior‑level roles).
• Experience designing electrical systems for commercial, institutional, or healthcare projects.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD required;
  Revit experience preferred.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable building codes.
• FE/EIT registration preferred; PE licensure or ability to obtain PE is a plus.
• Experience with healthcare codes (HCAI/OSHPD) and Net Zero / sustainable design is a plus.
• LEED Accreditation is a plus.

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Base Pay Range: $90,000-$160,000
Actual pay depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar‑for‑dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
• Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
• Time Off: Flexible non‑accrual vacation; company holidays per policy. (For California employees, this is separate from California paid sick leave, if applicable.)
• Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

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Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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