Electrical Engineer

Okland Construction; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pro sports tickets

Fitness memberships

Travel vouchers

Work anniversary sabbaticals

Award-winning projects recognition

ESOP employee ownership

401(k) with 6% employer match

Job summary

Okland Construction seeks an electrical engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and collaborating across teams to bring designs to life on Arizona projects, balancing cost, safety, and schedule.

A Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and a PE license in Arizona (or reciprocity) are required, along with experience in high-, medium-, and low-voltage systems and AutoCAD Electrical.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer license in Arizona or reciprocity.
• Experience designing high-, medium-, and low-voltage electrical systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical and knowledge of electrical codes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems based on project requirements and codes.
• Create and review schematics, diagrams, layouts, and calculations.
• Collaborate with project teams to coordinate electrical systems and resolve issues.
• Advise on cost-efficient and constructible design approaches.
• Oversee inspections and ensure documentation compliance.

Skills

Electrical design

PE license (AZ)

AutoCAD Electrical

High/medium/low voltage

Code compliance

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Description

ABOUT US

Okland is a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,300 team members, delivering complex projects across healthcare, semiconductor, higher education, sports, hospitality, and other specialized markets. Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we have grown for more than a century and operate throughout Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.

What Makes Okland Different?

We Create Remarkable Experiences

We believe how we build is just as important as what we build, and we approach every relationship with care. From clients and trade partners to team members and communities, we focus on creating experiences that earn trust.

We Share Success

Okland combines the stability of family ownership with employee ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. This unique structure provides the long-term perspective, and values-driven leadership that have guided our company for generations, while giving team members the opportunity to share the success they help create.

We Build Better Together

Our culture is rooted in accountability, humility, and excellence. We challenge the status quo, empower problem-solving, and trust our teams to take ownership and act. We learn from one another and work toward shared goals to deliver meaningful work with lasting impact. We invest in the next generation of construction talent through apprenticeships, internships, and scholarships for our communities. By expanding access for women, underrepresented groups, and families of our craft workforce who are first-generation college students, we strengthen the future of construction.

About This Opportunity

If you’re an electrical engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, collaborating across teams, and seeing your designs come to life in the field, we want to talk to you. In this role, you’ll support the design, development, and execution of electrical systems across complex construction projects, with responsibility spanning technical design, coordination, troubleshooting, and quality. You’ll work closely with project teams, designers, customers, and other engineering disciplines to develop practical solutions that balance cost, efficiency, safety, and schedule. A Professional Engineer license in Arizona, or the ability to obtain one through reciprocity, is required.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

• Design and develop electrical systems and components based on project requirements, applicable codes, and customer needs.
• Create and review electrical schematics, diagrams, layouts, specifications, calculations, and other technical documentation.
• Perform electrical analysis, simulations, and technical reviews to validate system functionality, safety, and design integrity.
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, mechanical engineers, software teams, estimators, and other stakeholders to coordinate electrical systems and resolve design issues.
• Advise customers and design teams on alternate approaches that improve cost, efficiency, constructability, or schedule.
• Select electrical components and materials while considering cost, lead time, reliability, performance, and regulatory requirements.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during design, installation, and operation and provide engineering direction to support resolution.
• Oversee electrical estimators and support project teams to identify gaps in system integration, scope, and execution.
• Conduct inspections, quality assurance reviews, and special inspections as Engineer of Record when required by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), while maintaining project documentation and staying current with applicable standards and technologies.

YOU’RE READY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Arizona or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
• Experience designing and analyzing high-, medium-, and low-voltage electrical systems.
• Proficiency with electrical design and analysis software, such as AutoCAD Electrical.
• Strong knowledge of applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Semiconductor or data center project experience.
• Experience with project management software.
• Familiarity with automation and control systems, including PLCs and SCADA.
• Specialized experience with high-, medium-, and low-voltage power systems.

What We Offer

Culture & Recognition

• Consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.

Pay

• Weekly pay, competitive salary and bonus incentives.

Ownership & Retirement

• ESOP employee ownership and an industry-leading 401(k) with a 6% employer match.

Benefits & Wellbeing

• Free healthcare plan option plus medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, paid parental leave, financial wellness tools, Employee Assistance Program, and mental health support.

Perks

• Rewards including pro sports tickets, fitness memberships, travel vouchers, paid work anniversary sabbaticals, and award-winning projects recognized by AIA, ENR, and AGC.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to push, pull, hold, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

EEO Statement

Okland is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, Okland also has a strong commitment to inclusion.

Visa and Sponsorship

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B Status, O -1, CPT, OT, etc.). Unless specifically stated in this job posting, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.