Electrical Design Engineer

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering firm that values employee ownership and innovation. As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will design and prepare construction drawings for various sectors, focusing on energy efficiency and sustainability. With a commitment to professional growth and a collaborative environment, this role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to impactful projects. You'll support project management, coordinate with clients, and mentor junior staff while ensuring project quality and compliance with industry standards. This is a chance to make a significant impact in the engineering field while advancing your career.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Family-Friendly Benefits

Career Advancement Resources

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of design experience in electrical engineering.
• EIT or PE certification preferred; ability to obtain PE within one year.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare construction drawings for electrical projects.
• Assist in project development and perform engineering calculations.
• Develop design concepts focusing on energy efficiency and sustainability.

Skills

Electrical Design

Power Distribution

Lighting Control

Renewable Energy

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

AGI32

ETAP

SKM

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer

Job Locations: US-MD-Sparks | US-MD-Fulton | US-DC-Washington | US-PA-Harrisburg

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge. At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We focus on designing and delivering world-class solutions, supporting our team with growth opportunities, and fostering an environment of integrity and commitment. We celebrate achievements and motivate each other to improve ourselves and the world around us.

The Company

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm serving clients across the United States. Recognized as an industry leader, we employ cutting-edge technologies and management practices. We are ranked #56 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms.

KCI Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, family-friendly benefits, a collaborative environment, and resources for career advancement. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with disabilities. KCI is an equal opportunity employer.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

• Design and prepare construction drawings for electrical projects in industrial, commercial, and public sectors.
• Knowledge of power distribution, lighting, controls, power studies, renewable energy, and special systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit preferred; familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Visual, AGI32, ETAP, SKM.
• Assist in project development under supervision.
• Perform engineering calculations, interpret drawings, and assist with proposals.
• Coordinate multiple disciplines and assist in project management.
• Develop design concepts focusing on energy efficiency and sustainability.
• Prepare reports, plans, specifications, and support construction administration.
• Support development of electrical standards and ensure project quality and conformance.
• Coordinate with clients and team members, mentor staff, and maintain professional knowledge.
• Must have good communication skills; EIT or PE certification preferred (ability to obtain PE within one year).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent; Master's preferred.
• 2-4 years of design experience.
• Pre-employment drug screening; background checks may be required.

Performance Expectations

• Complete training, support project teams, comply with policies, and meet ISO standards.
• Achieve utilization targets, attend meetings, manage projects within budget, and conduct site visits.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications, and review shop drawings.