Electrical Engineer

Actalent; Kentucky; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Kentucky seeks an Electrical Engineer to design and analyze building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, and low-voltage/data networks. The role leads electrical studies, mentors junior engineers, coordinates with other disciplines, and supports commissioning and QA/QC throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities include client liaison, defining scope and deliverables, overseeing construction administration, contributing to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Kentucky.
• At least 5 years of experience in a consulting firm.
• Experience with power distribution, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, and low-voltage/data systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for electrical design and documentation.
• Proficiency with Revit and BIM workflows for MEP coordination.
• Ability to travel 10–20% for project needs.

Responsibilities

• Design power distribution systems, including panelboards, feeders, and related infrastructure for building projects.
• Design interior and exterior lighting systems, including lighting controls, to meet project performance and code requirements.
• Design grounding and bonding systems to ensure safety, reliability, and code compliance.
• Design fire alarm and low-voltage/data systems, integrating them with overall building systems.
• Perform electrical engineering studies, including load calculations, short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc-flash studies.
• Act as a technical advisor during client meetings, explaining design concepts clearly.
• Define project scope, deliverables, and technical requirements in collaboration with clients and internal teams.
• Oversee construction administration for electrical systems, including RFIs and submittals.
• Support commissioning activities, including field observations and functional testing.
• Write clear observation reports documenting site visits and recommended actions.
• Review contractors’ pay applications for alignment with progress and contract requirements.
• Support proposals and business development with technical content and LOE estimates.
• Coordinate with mechanical and plumbing teams to integrate electrical systems into MEP design.
• Collaborate with other engineers to ensure constructible, code-compliant designs.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote QA/QC standards.

Skills

Electrical design

Load calculations

Short-circuit analysis

Arc-flash studies

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM coordination

Client meetings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license (Kentucky)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Electrical calculation tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Job Description

This role focuses on the design and analysis of building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, and low-voltage/data systems. The Electrical Engineer will lead electrical studies, provide technical guidance to clients, coordinate closely with other disciplines, and support construction administration and commissioning activities. This position also contributes to business development efforts and plays a key role in mentoring junior engineers while upholding high QA/QC standards.

Responsibilities

• Design power distribution systems, including panelboards, feeders, and related infrastructure for building projects.
• Design interior and exterior lighting systems, including lighting controls, to meet project performance and code requirements.
• Design grounding and bonding systems to ensure safety, reliability, and code compliance.
• Design fire alarm and low-voltage/data systems, integrating them effectively with overall building systems.
• Perform electrical engineering studies, including load calculations, short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc-flash studies.
• Act as a technical advisor during client meetings, clearly explaining design concepts and engineering decisions.
• Define project scope, deliverables, and technical requirements in collaboration with clients and internal teams.
• Oversee construction administration for electrical systems, including responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals and shop drawings.
• Support commissioning activities, including field observations, system verification, and functional testing support.
• Write clear and detailed observation reports documenting site visits, issues, and recommended actions.
• Review contractors’ pay applications for accuracy and alignment with project progress and contract requirements.
• Support proposals and business development efforts by contributing technical content, scope definitions, and level-of-effort estimates.
• Coordinate closely with mechanical and plumbing teams to integrate electrical systems into the overall MEP design.
• Collaborate with other engineers and designers to ensure cohesive, constructible, and code-compliant designs.
• Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance on design tasks, calculations, software tools, and professional development.
• Maintain and promote QA/QC standards by reviewing drawings, calculations, and documents for accuracy and consistency.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, balancing priorities, deadlines, and client expectations.
• Communicate effectively with internal team members, clients, and contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Travel as needed (approximately 10–20%) for site visits, client meetings, and commissioning activities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Kentucky.
• At least 5 years of experience working in a consulting firm environment.
• Strong experience in electrical engineering for building systems, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, and low-voltage/data systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for electrical design and documentation.
• Proficiency with Revit and BIM workflows for MEP coordination and modeling.
• Experience using electrical calculation tools for load, short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash studies.
• Ability to serve as a technical advisor in client meetings and clearly communicate engineering concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong written communication skills for reports, documentation, and correspondence.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to travel approximately 10–20% for project-related needs.
• Commitment to maintaining high QA/QC standards in all project deliverables.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license with the ability to maintain registration in Kentucky and potentially additional jurisdictions.
• Experience working in a small or mid-sized consulting firm with exposure to a variety of project types and scales.
• Familiarity with BIM-based coordination between electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and supporting their technical and professional growth.
• Membership or affiliation with professional organizations such as IEEE or similar association