Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent required.
P.E. licensure required.
5+ years in the AEC Industry, with experience in developing electrical solutions for crime labs and medical facilities.
Understanding of project financials, cost budget development, and client relationship management preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
Proficiency in Revit required.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated with strong organizational skills.
Responsibilities
Lead design development and electrical calculations for assigned systems across all project phases.
Independently perform lighting and power load calculations, NEC compliance checks, and short circuit studies.
Prepare technical documentation including system descriptions and equipment schedules.
Develop and review electrical system layouts in Revit, ensuring coordination with architectural designs.
Coordinate with internal disciplines and external consultants to resolve design conflicts.
Engage in QAQC processes, including peer reviews of electrical documentation.
Mentor electrical designers and interns on modeling best practices and documentation standards.
Benefits
Hybrid work model promoting both autonomy and collaboration.
Professional, open-space office environment for independent and team work.
Emphasis on continual learning and professional development in a diverse team culture.
Full Job Description
Electrical Engineer
Our Electrical Engineering team is looking to add an experienced team member to our group of talented engineers. The Electrical Engineer builds on foundational experience to take independent ownership of portions of project design, documentation, and coordination.
Position Summary This role is trusted to perform electrical engineering tasks with minimal supervision and supports project delivery from concept through construction. Electrical Engineer serves as a technical contributor and emerging mentor, contributing to electrical calculations, code research, QAQC, and coordination across disciplines. Individuals in this role are expected to deepen their technical knowledge, begin supporting client interaction, and develop the critical thinking required for future engineering leadership roles.
Essential Functions:
Lead design development and electrical calculations for assigned electrical systems across schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
Independently perform lighting and power load calculations, feeder sizing, short circuit studies, and NEC compliance checks with minimal input.
Prepare technical documentation for electrical systems, including system descriptions, Division 26 specifications, equipment schedules, and redline markups.
Develop and review electrical system layouts in Revit-including power, lighting, fire alarm, and single-line diagrams-in coordination with architectural and structural backgrounds.
Coordinate electrical design with internal disciplines (mechanical, plumbing, lighting, sustainability) and external consultants (e.g., low voltage, civil) to resolve design conflicts.
Review and respond to electrical RFIs and submittals, with support from senior engineers as needed.
Perform field verification for electrical conditions, assist with punch walks, and participate in electrical construction observation visits.
Participate in early-phase project design strategy discussions and support electrical discipline leads with technical input.
Engage in internal QAQC processes and perform peer reviews of electrical drawings and documentation for code compliance and drafting consistency.
Begin mentoring electrical designers and interns on software use, modeling best practices, documentation standards, and calculation basics.
Participate in internal and external project meetings, and support the preparation of agendas, meeting minutes, and follow-up documentation with a focus on electrical scope.
Track and manage hours on assigned electrical work and assist in project planning discussions regarding scope and resource allocation.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent required.
P.E. licensure required.
5+ years in the AEC Industry required along with previous experience developing electrical solutions for crime labs, medical examiner labs and other comparable facilities - required.
An understanding of the financial status of projects as they progress, development of cost budgets for projects, value of client relationships and be able to deliver projects with a focus on the quality is preferred.
Written and verbal communication skills commensurate with the position required.
Strong organizational skills required.
Revit experience required.
Experience with computers, specifically for word processing, spreadsheet use/creation and email required.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, flexible and curious personalities required.
Ability to work well with others under deadline situations required.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to effectively communicate in writing and verbally via phone, video conferencing, and in-person.
Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.
Work Environment
We embrace a hybrid model that promotes both autonomy and collaboration, including the freedom to work from home, with regular in-office days to connect with teammates and build culture.
The office is a professional, open-space environment for collaborative and independent work.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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About HED
HED is an architecture and engineering firm that provides design and consulting services for a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, and corporate. The company was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. HED has offices in several cities across the United States and has worked on projects around the world. The company is committed to sustainable design and has received numerous awards for its work. HED's mission is to create environments that enhance the human experience and improve the quality of life.
