Electrical Engineer

Exemplar Global; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Exemplar Global is seeking an Electrical Engineer at mid to senior level to design, develop, and coordinate electrical systems for diverse building projects in Fort Lauderdale. You will work with architects, contractors, and other MEP disciplines to deliver code-compliant designs from concept through construction.

The ideal candidate has strong MEP experience, proficient Revit and CAD skills, and a proven track record in building electrical systems. On-site work in Fort Lauderdale is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of professional electrical engineering experience.
• Experience in MEP and building electrical systems.
• Previous work for an MEP engineering firm is required.
• Strong proficiency with Revit and CAD.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, plans, and codes.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for residential, commercial, stadium, and high-rise projects.
• Develop and maintain electrical drawings, plans, specs, schedules, and related docs.
• Use Revit and CAD to create, modify, coordinate, and manage electrical designs.
• Coordinate electrical work with architectural, structural, mechanical, and plumbing disciplines.
• Review requirements, drawings, specs, and codes to develop effective solutions.
• Participate in coordination meetings with project teams and stakeholders.
• Support design through construction, from concept to completion.
• Mentor junior staff and maintain organized project docs.

Skills

Revit

CAD

Electrical design

Project coordination

Communication

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER — MID TO SENIOR LEVEL

POSITION SUMMARY

The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, coordinating, and supporting electrical systems for a variety of building projects, including residential, commercial, stadium, and high-rise developments. The ideal candidate will have strong MEP engineering experience, proficiency in Revit and CAD, and a consistent professional background within an engineering environment.

This position will work closely with architects, contractors, project managers, and other MEP disciplines to deliver accurate, code-compliant, and constructible electrical designs from initial concept through project completion.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design electrical systems for residential, commercial, stadium, high-rise, and other building projects.
• Develop, review, and maintain electrical engineering drawings, plans, specifications, schedules, and related documentation.
• Use Revit and CAD to create, modify, coordinate, and manage electrical designs.
• Coordinate electrical systems with architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and other MEP disciplines.
• Review project requirements, drawings, specifications, and applicable codes to develop effective electrical solutions.
• Participate in design coordination meetings with architects, contractors, consultants, and project teams.
• Support projects throughout the complete design and delivery process, from conceptual design through construction and completion.
• Review drawings and designs for accuracy, constructability, coordination, and compliance with project requirements.
• Assist with resolving design issues, RFIs, field conditions, and construction-related technical questions.
• Coordinate with project managers and other engineering staff to meet project schedules and deliverables.
• Support preparation of electrical calculations, equipment schedules, load calculations, and other engineering documentation as required.
• Mentor and support junior engineering staff as appropriate.
• Maintain organized project documentation and ensure design revisions are properly incorporated.
• Perform other engineering duties as assigned to support project and business requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of five years of professional electrical engineering experience for mid-level candidates.
• Senior-level candidates should have demonstrated experience in MEP engineering and building electrical systems.
• Previous experience working for an MEP engineering firm is required.
• Strong proficiency with Revit and CAD.
• Experience designing electrical systems for building projects.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, engineering plans, specifications, and applicable electrical requirements.
• Strong coordination skills and the ability to work effectively with architects, contractors, and other MEP disciplines.
• Demonstrated career consistency and a stable employment history.
• Strong analytical, technical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• H-1B transfer candidates will not be considered.
• Ability and willingness to work on-site in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience designing electrical systems for high-rise buildings.
• Experience with residential, commercial, stadium, or large-scale building projects.
• Previous local experience with another MEP engineering firm.
• Experience with mid-rise projects may be considered for candidates who otherwise meet the position requirements.
• Familiarity with applicable electrical codes, standards, and permitting requirements.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary building projects.

WORK LOCATION

Fort Lauderdale, Florida — On-Site

Local candidates are strongly preferred, particularly candidates currently working for another MEP engineering firm in the South Florida market.

Candidates relocating to the Fort Lauderdale area may be considered if they are committed to relocating. Candidates currently located several hours away within Florida will be considered less favorably unless they are prepared to relocate to the area.

COMPENSATION

Approximately $100,000+, depending on experience, technical qualifications, project background, and overall fit for the position.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Electrical Design: Strong understanding of building electrical systems and engineering design principles.

Technical Proficiency: Advanced working knowledge of Revit and CAD.

Project Coordination: Ability to coordinate electrical designs with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Problem Solving: Ability to identify design issues and develop practical engineering solutions.

Communication: Clear and professional communication with internal and external project stakeholders.

Professional Consistency: Demonstrated stable employment history and continued professional development.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is an on-site engineering position based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The role may require occasional visits to project sites, construction locations, or client facilities as project requirements dictate.