Electrical Designer

SSOE, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SSOE, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Designer to work onsite in Phoenix, AZ. This role involves designing and implementing advanced electrical systems for high-tech manufacturing facilities. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and ensure adherence to electrical codes and standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma (GED) and proficiency in AutoCAD, with preferred experience in related software. A competitive salary range of $50,000 to $100,000 per year is offered.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD required, experience with Revit and ETAP is a plus.
• Ability to produce power distribution schematics and construction documents.
• Knowledge of electrical codes such as National Electric Code.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical design drawings for power distribution systems.
• Perform short circuit and voltage drop calculations.
• Ensure compliance with local and national electrical codes.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary project teams.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD

Collaboration

Voltage drop calculations

Short circuit analysis

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in engineering or architectural fields

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

ETAP

SKM PowerTools

EasyPower

Job description

Overview

Within SSOE’s Advanced Technology division, we specialize in high-tech facility design, offering top-tier design and engineering services to a diverse array of clients and markets. Our team is composed of highly skilled and knowledgeable professionals who excel across various disciplines. We pride ourselves on our cross-disciplinary approach, which allows us to understand and address our clients' needs more comprehensively than traditional, siloed methods. What sets us apart is our ability to seamlessly conceptualize, plan, and detail every aspect of design. Our in-house experts collaborate closely, optimizing and enhancing our work through multi-discipline strategy sessions. By leveraging cutting-edge techniques and state-of-the-art software, we deliver industry-leading technology and innovative solutions from day one.

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Designer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will engage in the designing, developing, and implementing of cutting-edge electrical systems for state‑of‑the‑art industrial and high‑tech manufacturing facilities serving global leaders in technology. As an Electrical Designer at SSOE, you will have a foundation in electrical design, focusing on low to medium voltage environments. The ideal candidate possesses experience with distribution panel loading, short circuit analysis, voltage drop calculations, conduit and conductor sizing, and cable tray fills. Join us in shaping innovative design‑build projects with a relentless commitment to quality, efficiency, and collaborative excellence. This position is an onsite role that will require you to work onsite each day and be located in the N. Phoenix, AZ area. Remote or hybrid work arrangements for this role are not available.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical design drawings and technical documentation for power distribution systems, including switchgear lineups, lighting layouts, grounding and lightning protection systems.
• Determine conduit, conductor, and wire sizing, meticulously accounting for current loads and environmental variables.
• Assess cable tray fills methodically to guarantee proper cable management, organization, and future scalability.
• Perform detailed short circuit calculations to accurately determine fault currents, select appropriate protective devices, and ensure system safety and reliability.
• Perform precise voltage drop calculations to ensure electrical system stability and compliance with industry standards.
• Ensure all electrical designs strictly adhere to pertinent local, state, and national electrical codes and regulations.
• Apply established electrical design techniques, such as load flow analysis and fault current calculations, and exercise discernment in adapting and modifying design concepts as needed. Uphold quality control by adhering to company and team electrical design standards and industry best practices.
• Will work with other Designers, Sr. Engineers, Project Managers, and other stakeholders on specific assigned objectives, complex features, and aid in deriving possible solutions to unusual problems.
• Foster collaboration, communication, strategy, and support within your team, multidisciplinary groups (Mechanical, Structural, Process/Chemical, Architectural, etc.), and inter‑company teams to optimize efficiency, quality, and resource allocation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required. An Associate degree in engineering or architectural fields is preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD is required. Experience with other tools such as Revit, ETAP, SKM PowerTools, and/or EasyPower is a plus.
• Ability to produce power distribution schematics, panel schedules, lighting and grounding plans, and other system diagrams aligned with industry standards and client criteria.
• Proficient in interpreting electrical one‑line diagrams, creating construction documents, and collaborating within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and standards (e.g., National Electric Code, NFPA, etc.).
• Salary Range: $50,000 - $100,000/year depending on location, education, experience, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.