Electrical Design EngineerEmployment Type: Full-time
Level: Mid-Level
Office Location: Renton, WA
Work Schedule: In office Monday through Friday
Salary Range: $115,000-$150,000. This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance and are not guaranteed.
Position OverviewCMTA, a Legence company, is seeking a Mid-Level Electrical Design Engineer with 7+ years of consulting engineering experience to join our
Renton, WA office. This role designs electrical systems for energy-efficient buildings and complex infrastructure projects and works closely with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and other design disciplines.
The ideal candidate has a strong technical background with experience in
new construction and modernization projects. Experience with
education facilities, particularly K-12 projects, is highly preferred.
Key ResponsibilitiesDesign & Technical Execution- Design electrical systems for new construction and modernization projects, including power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, emergency power, UPS, renewable energy, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
- Develop lighting designs, including fixture selection, layouts, photometric calculations, and lighting controls.
- Prepare electrical schematics, single-line and riser diagrams, technical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
- Design low- and medium-voltage infrastructure and electrical equipment replacement projects, including substations, switchboards, transformers, and panelboards.
- Perform arc flash, coordination, short circuit, voltage drop, and load flow calculations using ETAP/SKM.
- Conduct field surveys, document existing conditions, and prepare site assessment reports.
- Apply NEC, Washington Codes, Energy Standards, and CAD/BIM standards using AutoCAD and Revit.
Project & Cross-Discipline Coordination- Lead electrical design for small to medium-sized projects from pre-design through construction administration.
- Coordinate with architectural, mechanical, plumbing, telecom, civil, structural, and other disciplines to deliver coordinated, constructible solutions.
- Manage design responsibilities and deliverables to support project schedules, quality standards, and client expectations.
- Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors to resolve technical and project issues.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement- Build strong client relationships through responsive communication and technically sound solutions.
- Translate client and project requirements into effective electrical designs.
- Serve as a technical resource throughout design and construction.
Leadership & Resource Management- Provide technical guidance, knowledge sharing, and mentorship to emerging professionals.
- Support continuous improvement, collaboration, accountability, and high-quality project delivery.
Construction Administration- Respond to RFIs and review contractor submittals and shop drawings for conformance with contract documents, design intent, and applicable codes.
- Collaborate with contractors and field teams to resolve construction issues.
- Participate in punch walks, prepare punch lists, and verify completed systems align with design intent.
Desired Skills and ExperienceEducation & CredentialsRequired- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Preferred- EIT.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
ExperienceRequired- 7+ years of consulting engineering experience.
- Electrical design experience with new construction and modernization projects.
- Demonstrated ability to lead electrical design projects.
- Hands-on lighting design experience, including fixture selection, lighting layouts, photometric calculations, and lighting controls.
Highly Preferred- Experience with education facilities, particularly K-12 projects.
Preferred- Project management experience.
Technical & Professional Skills- Experience with NEC, AutoCAD, ETAP/SKM, and Revit.
- Working knowledge of National Electrical Code, Washington Codes, and Energy Standards.
- Strong knowledge of power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, emergency power, UPS, renewable energy, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
- Strong client-facing communication, coordination, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, collaborative, reliable, and responsive.
Additional Notes- Employment Type: Full-time
- Level: Mid-Level
- Office Location: Renton, WA
- Work Schedule: In office Monday through Friday
- Salary Range: $115,000-$150,000
- Bonus: This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance and are not guaranteed.
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Benefits Overview401(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.
Reasonable AccommodationsIf you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [redacted] or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.
Employment EligibilityCandidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Third-Party Recruiting DisclaimerLegence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.
Pay Disclosure & ConsiderationsWhere pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate's exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.
