Electrical Project Designer | Raleigh, NC

IMEG

$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required
  • EIT certification preferred
  • 3-4 years experience in building design consulting or 7-8 years in construction industry
  • Proficient in design techniques and technical plan production
  • Strong analytical skills in circuit theory, power systems, and electronics
  • Experienced with engineering software and tools including Revit and energy compliance software
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to mentor junior staff

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design of electrical systems, ensuring adherence to codes and standards
  • Engage with clients to identify project needs and ensure clear communication
  • Oversee project planning, budgeting, and scheduling to meet deliverables
  • Document designs, client instructions, and track project progress
  • Collaborate with senior engineers to solve complex engineering challenges
  • Conduct reviews of designs and apply quality control measures
  • Stay informed on industry trends and contribute to innovation efforts
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated solutions

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off (PTO)
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Tuition reimbursement assistance
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
  • Employee ownership and investment in career development
Full Job Description

IMEG is hiring an Electrical Project Designer in Raleigh, NC, to lead design efforts for low- to moderate-complexity projects and collaborate with senior staff on larger, high-complexity work. In this role, you will work closely with engineers and consultants to provide engineering solutions and advice to clients, with responsibility for the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems for buildings. You’ll also work within project budgets while training, mentoring, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead electrical system design efforts, including detailed designs, specifications, and calculations in accordance with code requirements and IMEG standards
• Partner with clients to understand project needs, gather requirements, communicate technical information, and build strong professional relationships
• Support consulting project execution through project planning, budgeting, and scheduling to meet deadlines and objectives
• Document design decisions, client instructions, project progress, percent complete, and fee expended
• Analyze engineering problems and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical, efficient solutions
• Conduct in-process reviews of electrical designs, calculations, and specifications, and apply IMEG quality control processes
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, and contribute to research and innovation efforts within IMEG
• Prioritize safety by identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with electrical systems
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions
• Identify potential project issues, seek guidance from the Project Manager, and support projects through bidding and construction administration

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required
• Engineering In Training (EIT) Certification preferred
• 3 years of experience minimum required, 4 preferred, in the building design consulting industry OR
• Associates degree, or certificate, in Building Information Modeling (BIM) or Engineering preferred
• 7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the building design consulting or construction industry
• Proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles relating to circuit theory, electromagnetism, power systems, and electronics as they relate to electrical systems design for buildings
• Proficient with industry standard engineering software and tools including lighting photometric calculation software such as AGI, Elum Tools, Visual Lighting, or other; power system analysis and design software such as SKM/PTW, Easy Power, or other; and proficiency in the use of BIM software and CTC Revit Add In Tools
• Knowledge of Illumination Engineering Society (IES) Standards
• Proficient with energy compliance software such as ComCheck; Adobe or Bluebeam Revu; the use of reference material resources such as NFPA Link, TechStreet, MadCAD, and Facility Guideline Institution (FGI)
• Proficiency in Smart Engineering Design Assist (SET) Tools within Revit for electrical calculations, coordination, properties, etc. Knowledge of Master Specification editing and software such as eSPECS
• Ability to train and mentor less experienced staff
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 10% with occasional overnight stays

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Electrical Team Highlights

• IMEG’s electrical engineers design power distribution, lighting, and specialty electrical systems for buildings and infrastructure.
• The team supports a wide range of work, from medium-voltage campus power systems to interior electrical layouts, including emergency power, UPS, and renewable energy integration.
• Electrical designs prioritize safety, reliability, code compliance, and seamless coordination with other disciplines to deliver high-performance, energy-efficient outcomes.
• Common project types include data centers, hospitals, and K-12 facilities.
• Key areas of expertise and focus include lighting design, power systems, low voltage, smart buildings, energy codes, BIM, and photovoltaic/energy storage solutions.

Locations available:

Raleigh, NC

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

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