Electrical Designer

ecc-job-board; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k)

Per diem

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Eastern Contractors Corporation (ECC) is seeking an Electrical Designer to join our Design Services team in Suwanee, GA. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of electrical design experience within construction or AEC and will support design, coordination, and execution of electrical systems across projects.

You will design electrical systems, provide engineering support to Project Managers, and assist with project controls, including cost, scheduling, and estimating.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 3–5 years of electrical design experience in construction or AEC.
• EIT certification required.
• PE license required.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM-based design tools.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and prepare construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience performing site observations and supporting construction administration.
• Familiarity with electrical codes, standards, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems per project requirements, codes, and industry standards.
• Prepare and review electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Provide technical engineering support and coordination to Project Managers and project teams.
• Assist with project controls activities, including cost analysis, scheduling coordination, and estimating support.
• Perform site observations to verify design intent and construction progress.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs; support construction administration activities.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines.
• Utilize Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM tools to produce and coordinate electrical designs.
• Ensure quality, constructability, and compliance throughout the design and construction phases.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM tools

Reading construction drawings

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Site observations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM software

Job description

About Eastern Contractors Corporation

Eastern Contractors Corporation (ECC) is the industrial general contracting division of Eastern Companies, delivering precision-engineered solutions for complex, high-performance facilities across the U.S. Southeast and beyond. ECC specializes in building clean rooms, dry rooms, and industrial infrastructure, bringing unmatched safety, technical expertise, and craftsmanship to every project. With over 2,000 completed projects, a strong safety record (EMR 0.74), and a robust $700 million bonding capacity, ECC is known for reliability and excellence at scale.

Since its founding in 1998, ECC has earned the trust of industrial clients through its commitment to collaboration and precision—from early pre-construction planning to final delivery.

Position Location: Suwannee, GA

About the role

We are seeking an Electrical Designer to join our growing Design Services team in the Suwanee ECC office. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of electrical designing experience within the construction or AEC industry and will support the design, coordination, and execution of electrical systems across a variety of projects.

In this role, the Electrical Designer is responsible for the design of electrical systems, providing technical engineering support to Project Managers, and assisting with project controls activities, including cost, scheduling, and estimating support. This position works closely with internal teams and field personnel to support successful project delivery from design through construction.

What you'll do

• Design and develop electrical systems in accordance with project requirements, codes, and industry standards
• Prepare and review electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Provide technical engineering support and coordination to Project Managers and project teams
• Assist with project controls activities, including cost analysis, scheduling coordination, and estimating support
• Perform site observations to verify design intent and construction progress
• Review shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs; support construction administration activities
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines
• Utilize Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM tools to produce and coordinate electrical designs
• Ensure quality, constructability, and compliance throughout the design and construction phases

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university
• 3–5 years of related electrical design experience, preferably within the construction or AEC industry
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM-based design tools
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and prepare construction drawings and technical specifications
• Experience performing site observations and supporting construction administration
• Familiarity with electrical codes, standards, and industry best practices

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Self-motivated with a commitment to producing high-quality work
• Willingness and desire to learn, grow, and advance professionally within the organization
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience (DOE)
• Per diem and travel allowance (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Opportunity to support upcoming projects and grow with our expanding project portfolio