Design-Build Electrical Engineer – Lincoln, NE

IBidElectric LLC; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Performance bonus

Professional development

Job summary

Contractor Network in Lincoln, NE seeks an experienced Design-Build Electrical Engineer to own design responsibilities across projects. You will coordinate electrical systems, lead design reviews, and collaborate with estimators, project managers, field leaders, engineers, architects, and owners to ensure timely, compliant delivery.

The ideal candidate has 5–10+ years in electrical design or design-build, strong knowledge of NEC and building systems, and proficiency in Revit/AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Electrical design or design-build experience appropriate for the position.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution and building electrical systems.
• Ability to interpret and develop drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and applicable design standards.
• Revit, AutoCAD, or electrical analysis software experience is beneficial.
• PE licensure is beneficial for engineering-focused positions but may not be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop or manage electrical design criteria, narratives, calculations, layouts, and deliverables.
• Coordinate power distribution, lighting, emergency systems, grounding, fire alarm, and related systems.
• Collaborate with estimators, project managers, field leaders, engineers, architects, and owners.
• Review designs for constructability, cost, code compliance, coordination, and value engineering.
• Support design-build and design-assist projects from conceptual planning through construction.
• Manage design changes, RFIs, submittal reviews, and AHJ coordination.
• Support equipment selection, utility coordination, and major system decisions.
• Align design deliverables with project budgets and construction schedules.

Skills

Electrical design

Design-build

Revit

AutoCAD

NEC knowledge

Leadership

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Electrical analysis software

Job description

Design-Build Electrical Engineer Opportunity

A confidential electrical contractor is seeking an experienced Design-Build Electrical Engineer for its Lincoln, NE market. This opportunity is intended for a proven electrical construction professional who can take ownership of design responsibilities while supporting safe execution, strong customer service, disciplined project controls, and profitable growth. The successful candidate will combine practical electrical construction knowledge with sound judgment, organization, communication, and leadership.

Experience

5–10+ years of electrical design, design-build, engineering, or electrical construction experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop or manage electrical design criteria, narratives, calculations, layouts, and deliverables.
• Coordinate power distribution, lighting, emergency systems, grounding, fire alarm, and related systems.
• Collaborate with estimators, project managers, field leaders, engineers, architects, and owners.
• Review designs for constructability, cost, code compliance, coordination, and value engineering.
• Support design-build and design-assist projects from conceptual planning through construction.
• Manage design changes, RFIs, submittal reviews, and AHJ coordination.
• Support equipment selection, utility coordination, and major system decisions.
• Align design deliverables with project budgets and construction schedules.

Qualifications

• Electrical design or design-build experience appropriate for the position.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution and building electrical systems.
• Ability to interpret and develop drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and applicable design standards.
• Revit, AutoCAD, or electrical analysis software experience is beneficial.
• PE licensure is beneficial for engineering-focused positions but may not be required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation — salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance where offered.
• 401(k) or retirement plan with employer matching where applicable.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities where applicable.
• Life and disability insurance options where offered.
• Professional development and continuing training opportunities.
• Career advancement opportunities within electrical construction and leadership.

Salary: Negotiable

Company: Contractor Network

Location: Lincoln, NE