Electrical Design Engineer

Gulf Coast Electrical Design; Clearwater (FL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid or work from home arrangement

Full benefit package

Competitive pay

Job summary

Gulf Coast Electrical Design (GCED) is a full-time Electrical Design Engineer role based in Clearwater, FL, with flexibility for some work-from-home arrangements. You will develop electrical designs and layouts for commercial, residential, and specialty projects, prepare drawings and specifications, and perform load calculations and power distribution planning.

You will coordinate with architects and contractors, review plans for code compliance, support documentation and permitting, and assist

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in electrical design and design engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; PE licensure or EIT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical designs and layouts for commercial, residential, and specialty projects.
• Prepare drawings and specifications and perform load calculations and power distribution planning.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors and other engineering disciplines; review plans for code compliance and constructability.
• Support project documentation, permitting, design revisions, RFIs, and on-site construction support.

Skills

Electrical design

Design engineering

Hybrid work communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

PE licensure or EIT certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Company Description Gulf Coast Electrical Design (GCED) provides comprehensive professional electrical engineering, design, and consulting services across a wide range of project types, including general assembly, office, medical, retail, residential, industrial, and restaurant facilities. With more than 40 years of experience, GCED also delivers specialty solutions involving generators, other direct to owner custom solutions. The company is committed to producing high-quality designs, responsive customer service, and timely project completion. GCED focuses on cost-effective, code-compliant, and state-of-the-art electrical solutions for clients such as architects, owners, general contractors, and electrical contractors. Team members collaborate closely with diverse stakeholders to support safe, reliable, and efficient electrical systems.

Role Description The Electrical Design Engineer role is a full-time position based in Clearwater, FL, with flexibility for some work-from-home arrangements. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing electrical designs and layouts for commercial, residential, and specialty projects, preparing drawings and specifications, and performing load calculations and power distribution planning. The role involves coordinating with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines, reviewing plans for code compliance and constructability, and supporting project documentation and permitting. The Electrical Design Engineer will also assist with design revisions, respond to RFIs, and provide technical support during construction. The position requires careful attention to safety, adherence to industry standards, and consistent communication with internal and external project teams.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Electrical Design and Design Engineering. 3+ Years experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field; PE licensure or EIT certification is preferred.
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC) and familiarity with relevant design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, or similar).
• Ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings, produce clear documentation, and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Experience with generator systems, solar installations, or home automation is beneficial.

Package

• Pay rate is very competitive and based upon skillset and experience.
• Full benefit package.
• Hybrid or work from home arrangement available for the right candidate.