Electrical Project Designer | Raleigh, NC
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 projects. This role provides engineering solutions and advice to clients and supports the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems for buildings.
You will plan, budget, schedule, review, and oversee project work while training, mentoring, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The team supports education and government/municipal work, advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.
At a Glance
Location: Raleigh, NC
Discipline: Electrical
Markets: Education and Government/Municipal
Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
Travel: Up to 15%
Work Schedule: Full-time In Office
Sponsorship: Not available
What You'll Do
• Lead electrical system analysis and design for low to moderate complexity projects.
• Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations using engineering software and tools in accordance with code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build client relationships.
• Support consulting-project execution through project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and design-progress monitoring.
• Document design decisions, client instructions, percent complete, and fee expended.
• Analyze engineering problems and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants on practical and efficient solutions.
• Conduct in-process reviews of electrical system designs, calculations, and specifications, applying quality-control processes.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, best practices, research, development, and innovation efforts.
• Identify and mitigate safety risks associated with electrical systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, identify potential project problems, seek Project Manager guidance, and oversee projects through bidding and construction administration.
What You'll Bring
Required Education
• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required
OR
• Associates degree, or certificate, in Building Information Modeling (BIM) or Engineering preferred
Experience
• 5 years of experience minimum required, 6 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
OR
• 9 years of experience minimum required, 10 preferred, in the building design consulting or construction industry
Required Skills/Abilities
• 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 others; and power system analysis and design software such as SKM/PTW, Easy Power, or other. 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 Comtech; Adobe or Bluebeam Revu; the use of reference material resources such as NFPA Link, TechStreet, MadCAD, and Facility Guideline Institution (FGI) (market segment dependent).
• Knowledge of Master Specification editing and software such as eSPECS
• Strong training and mentoring skills
• 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
• Proficiency of Smart Engineering Design Assist (SET) Tools within Revit for electrical calculations, coordination, properties, etc.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 15% with occasional overnight stays
Preferred
• Engineering In Training (EIT) Certification preferred
About the Team
• Service mix is grounded in community colleges, K-12, municipal facilities, public safety, and small-to-mid-sized civic renovations, with many assignments built around core MEP delivery. Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing recur across schools, county/city buildings, EMS or fire facilities, and clinic projects, with some jobs clearly led by a single discipline such as mechanical or electrical.
• They also support housing, recreation, religious/commercial projects, and a fair amount of assessment or study work, with fire protection, commissioning, energy modeling, security, and AV appearing on larger efforts. Overall, the portfolio suggests a team that is especially strong in practical, renovation-heavy civic and education work across North Carolina.
• Recent work includes North Carolina Central University / Durham, NC / 24/7 CLRC, Education; Mary Potter Club / Oxford, NC / Mary Potter Shop Building - Permit, Commercial; and Woodfield Investments / Charleston, SC / Morrison Yard Electrical Assessment, Housing.
Bring Your Career to IMEG
Apply today to contribute your electrical design expertise to projects that create positive outcomes for people and communities.
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.
Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.
