Electrical Design Engineer

WNA Engineering, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

WNA Engineering, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer for a full-time, hybrid role based in Pittsburgh, PA with occasional work-from-home Mondays and Fridays.

You will design electrical systems for commercial and institutional facilities, including power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage systems, developing drawings and specifications. Responsibilities include performing calculations, supporting code compliance, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and providing technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; EIT or PE preferred.
• Experience with Power Distribution for commercial/institutional facilities.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit; basic office software.
• Familiar with NEC, IBC, NFPA codes and related MEP disciplines.
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork in hybrid environments.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for commercial and institutional facilities.
• Develop drawings and specifications and perform calculations.
• Support code compliance and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide technical support throughout design and construction.
• Occasional site visits for field verification, coordination, and commissioning.

Skills

Electrical design

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

EIT/PE licensure preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Company Description

WNA Engineering, Inc., founded in 2015 with roots dating back to 1972, is a multidisciplinary engineering firm serving clients in more than 40 states from multiple offices in Pennsylvania. Candidates can learn more about career opportunities and the #WNATeam by visiting the company's website.

Role Description

The Electrical Design Engineer is a full-time, hybrid role based in Pittsburgh, PA with the option to work from home Mondays and Fridays. In this role, you'll design electrical systems for commercial and institutional facilities, including power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage systems. Responsibilities include developing drawings and specifications, performing calculations, supporting code compliance, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and providing technical support throughout design and construction. Occasional site visits may be required for field verification, coordination, and commissioning support.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Electrical Engineering and Electricity, with the ability to apply core principles to building systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Electrical Design and Design Engineering, including preparation of plans, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Prior experience with Power Distribution systems for commercial or institutional facilities, including load calculations and equipment selection.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IBC, NFPA) and basic understanding of related MEP/FP disciplines.
• Ability to use industry-standard design and modeling tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and basic office software is required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills, with attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities, including collaboration in a hybrid environment and coordination with clients and across disciplines.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field; EIT or PE licensure in PA (or progress toward licensure) is preferred.