Electrical Designer: BIM-Driven Building Systems

DPR Construction; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking an Electrical Designer to support electrical building system design through all project phases. You will prepare drawings, specifications, calculations, and BIM models under senior guidance, ensuring code compliance and constructability.

You will work with engineers and architects to develop coordinated layouts for power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage systems, while performing essential calculations and contributing to project coordination and site

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years in electrical design or building systems engineering.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Active NCEES Record for future PE licensure preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical building systems, codes, and standards.
• Proficiency with CAD and BIM software used for electrical design.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, and design documentation under guidance.
• Develop electrical system layouts for power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
• Perform basic electrical engineering calculations, including load calculations and panel schedules.
• Produce coordinated construction documents, single-line diagrams, and lighting/power plans.
• Utilize CAD and BIM to create 2D drawings and 3D electrical models.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and designers for coordinated designs.
• Support construction administration by reviewing RFIs and site visits.
• Incorporate feedback to improve accuracy and constructability of deliverables.
• Participate in project coordination meetings and multidisciplinary execution.
• Engage in continuous learning to expand technical knowledge.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Architectural Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD

BIM

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking an Electrical Designer to support electrical building system design through all project phases. You will prepare drawings, specifications, calculations, and BIM models under senior guidance, ensuring code compliance and constructability.

You will work with engineers and architects to develop coordinated layouts for power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage systems, while performing essential calculations and contributing to project coordination and site