Electrical Engineer- Buildings

Garver; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive wellness program

Professional membership support

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Garver is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Richmond, Virginia, to assess existing facilities and develop electrical designs for various building projects. The successful candidate will collaborate with project managers and disciplines, ensuring adherence to quality assurance and quality control plans.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in electrical or architectural engineering, a PE license, and 5 to 15 years of relevant experience in building design and construction.

Garver provides competitive salaries and comprehensive wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 5 to 15 years of building design and construction industry experience.
• Ability to perform electrical calculations and produce construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assess existing facilities and develop electrical and systems designs.
• Investigate, plan, design, and commission electrical, lighting, telecommunications, security, and fire alarm systems.
• Coordinate with support disciplines and assist project managers.

Skills

Electrical Design

Communication Skills

MS Office Suite

Autodesk Revit

CAD/BIM Software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or architectural engineering

Registered Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

Electrical Engineer – Buildings

Location: Richmond, Virginia

Job Overview

Garver’s Buildings team seeks an Electrical Engineer to assess existing facilities and develop electrical designs for building projects. The engineer will investigate, plan, design, and commission building electrical, lighting, telecommunications, security, and fire alarm systems. The role coordinates with other disciplines, regional offices, and project managers, follows QA/QC plans, and requires travel to project locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess existing facilities and develop electrical and systems designs
• Investigate, plan, design, and commission electrical, lighting, telecommunications, security, and fire alarm systems
• Coordinate with support disciplines and regional offices
• Assist project managers in project management and QA/QC adherence
• Travel to project locations as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or architectural engineering with an electrical focus from an ABET‑accredited institution
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
• 5 to 15 years of building design and construction industry experience
• Experience overseeing electrical designs, including detailed plans and specifications for building projects
• Technical competence in building electrical systems (power distribution, lighting, and telecommunications)
• Experience with Autodesk Revit
• Strong communication skills and proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Ability to perform electrical calculations and use CAD/BIM software to produce construction drawings
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, maintain accurate project accounting, and adhere to QA/QC plans
• Commitment to continuous education and learning based on project needs

Preferred Skills

• Experience as an engineer sub‑consultant for architectural building design firms

Benefits

Garver offers competitive salary, comprehensive wellness program, professional membership support, and continuing education opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.