Electrical Engineer

Kimley-Horn; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking an Electrical Engineer with 5+ years of experience to join our MEP team on-site. You will lead the design and analysis of electrical systems, develop detailed design documents, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across Kimley-Horn offices.

Responsibilities include preparing specifications, cost estimates, and proposals while mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an Electrical Engineering role.
• PE license (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Understanding of NEC, NESC, IEEE and ANSI standards.
• Willingness to travel for site visits and meetings.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and work in a team.
• Experience in utility-scale PV, MEP, HVAC or data center design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze electrical systems for MEP projects.
• Develop design documents including layouts, schematics, calculations and one-line diagrams.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams across Kimley-Horn offices.
• Prepare specifications, construction cost estimates and proposals.
• Mentor and grow the MEP electrical team.
• Coordinate with fire alarm, lighting and technology specialists as required.
• Work with architects and other engineers on equipment power needs and distribution sizing.

Skills

Electrical engineering experience

Team collaboration

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 12 months

Tools

Revit

SKM

ETAP

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Columbia, South Carolina (SC) office is seeking an Electrical Engineer with 5+ years of experience to join their MEP team! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Support our Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing team specifically working on large scale projects
• Lead the design and analysis of complex electrical systems for MEPprojects
• Responsible for the development of design documents and reports, including electrical layouts, equipment schematics and block diagrams, electrical system calculations, and one-line diagrams
• Daily interaction and collaboration on multi-disciplinary teams, with interaction across Kimley-Horn offices
• Prepare project specifications, electrical construction cost estimates, and proposals, supporting the growth of electrical engineering service areas in the local market and across the country
• Expected to assist in mentoring, training, and growing a team to expand our MEP practice
• Responsible for the development of reports and design documents, including electrical design plans, equipment selection, and power analyses

• Coordinate with specialists for fire alarm, technology and lighting design as required by project scope of work

• Coordinate with architects, mechanical/plumbing engineers and other disciplines for equipment power needs and sizing electrical distribution

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in an Electrical Engineering role
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Understanding of the National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, IEEE and ANSI Standards
• Willingness to travel to support site visits and client meetings, as needed
• Ability to work in a team; both collaborating with and mentoring junior staff
• Preferred
  • Experience in utility-scale PV, MEP, HVAC, wind generation, energy storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, microgrid, substation, or data center designs
  • Experience in engineering project management
  • Proficiency in Revit
  • Experience in power system analysis using SKM, ETAP, or equivalent

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.