Electrical Design Engineer (MEP / Commercial Buildings)

Orion Placement; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Orion Placement in Columbus, OH is seeking an electrical engineer/designer to design electrical distribution, power, and lighting systems for commercial building projects. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver integrated building solutions.

Responsibilities include preparing electrical drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents, developing designs with AutoCAD and Revit, and applying Ohio codes to ensure safe,

Qualifications

• 4+ years of electrical engineering or electrical design experience.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and lighting design for commercial buildings.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience preparing electrical drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Familiarity with Ohio electrical codes and building design requirements.
• Consulting engineering or MEP design experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical distribution, power, and lighting systems for commercial building projects.
• Prepare electrical drawings, technical specifications, cost estimates, and construction documentation.
• Develop and coordinate electrical designs using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver integrated building solutions.
• Apply applicable Ohio building and electrical codes to ensure safe, compliant designs.
• Support electrical engineering project coordination, design reviews, and technical problem-solving.
• Help deliver projects from initial design through construction documentation while maintaining high quality standards.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

Client communication

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Design impactful electrical systems for commercial buildings and public-sector projects that make a difference in the communities we serve.
• Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering and architecture team where your ideas and expertise are valued.
• Work on a variety of challenging projects that keep your skills growing and your work interesting.
• Enjoy direct collaboration with experienced engineering professionals and leadership who are invested in quality and innovation.
• Take ownership of meaningful electrical design responsibilities with opportunities to expand into project management.
• Receive a competitive compensation package, health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) benefits.
• Build a long-term career with opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Location: Columbus, OH. This is an on-site opportunity offering close collaboration with our engineering and architectural teams. We welcome qualified candidates interested in relocating to the Columbus area.

Note: Candidates must have 4+ years of electrical engineering or design experience, knowledge of commercial building electrical systems and lighting design, and proficiency in AutoCAD/Revit. An Ohio Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred but not required.

About Us

We are a multidisciplinary architecture and engineering firm dedicated to providing innovative, practical design solutions for public and private-sector clients. Our team brings together talented professionals who value collaboration, technical excellence, and exceptional client service. As a Confidential Employer, we offer a supportive environment where talented engineers and designers can contribute to meaningful projects and continue growing professionally.

Job Description

• Design electrical distribution, power, and lighting systems for commercial building projects.
• Prepare electrical drawings, technical specifications, cost estimates, and construction documentation.
• Develop and coordinate electrical designs using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver integrated building solutions.
• Apply applicable Ohio building and electrical codes to ensure safe, compliant designs.
• Support electrical engineering project coordination, design reviews, and technical problem-solving.
• Help deliver projects from initial design through construction documentation while maintaining high quality standards.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of electrical engineering or electrical design experience.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and lighting design for commercial buildings.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience preparing electrical drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Familiarity with Ohio electrical codes and building design requirements.
• Consulting engineering or MEP design experience is highly desirable.
• Ohio Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, not required.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside talented engineers and architects who support one another and share ideas.
• Professional Growth: Expand your technical expertise, develop project leadership skills, and pursue new career opportunities.
• Meaningful Projects: Contribute to electrical building systems that help businesses, institutions, and communities succeed.
• Work-Life Benefits: Enjoy health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k).
• Your Contributions Matter: Be part of a team where your technical judgment, initiative, and dedication make a visible difference.