Electrical Designer (EIT) – Power Delivery

David Evans and Associates, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with employer match

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development

Mentorship

Job summary

David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA) Energy team seeks an Electrical Designer to perform NEC-based electrical design across a range of projects in Washington state.

You will develop panel schedules, load calculations, lighting and low-voltage systems, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams from design through construction. This early-career role emphasizes technical production and problem solving within our Distribution Group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 1–4 years of professional experience supporting power delivery projects.
• Experience with NEC-based electrical design; not utility-based design.
• Proven ability to prepare engineering plans and project documentation.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical distribution designs, including one-line diagrams, panel schedules, equipment layouts, and power distribution layouts.
• Perform engineering calculations and quantity takeoffs.
• Support field investigations, site visits, and data collection activities.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, designers, and clients to deliver high-quality project solutions.
• Assist in maintaining project schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Develop technical expertise through mentorship, training, and hands-on project experience.
• Perform NEC-based load calculations and size conductors, raceways, overcurrent protection, and electrical distribution equipment.
• Develop grounding and binding designs under the direction of senior engineers.
• Complete voltage drop calculations and support electrical studies.
• Design lighting and low-voltage systems.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams during design and construction.
• Assist with submittal reviews, preparation of RFI responses, and construction administration under the direction of senior engineers; attend site meetings as needed.
• Prepare and maintain design calculations, equipment selections, and supporting technical documentation.
• Coordinate with drafting and design staff to accurately incorporate electrical design requirements into project documents.

Skills

Electrical design

Engineering plans

Load calculations

Panel schedules

Circuit plans

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Travel flexibility

Driver's license

NEC-based design

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Job description

David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA) Energy team seeks an Electrical Designer to perform NEC-based electrical design across a range of projects in Washington state.

You will develop panel schedules, load calculations, lighting and low-voltage systems, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams from design through construction. This early-career role emphasizes technical production and problem solving within our Distribution Group.