Electrical Engineer: Design, Inspections & Field Support

Planate Management Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K

Health Savings Account

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Wellness Offering

Training and Certification support

Recognition and Rewards program

Travel Insurance

Job summary

Planate Management Group seeks an Electrical Engineer to support planning, design, and inspection of electrical systems for construction projects. The candidate will ensure compliance with codes, safety standards, and project specs while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, 2–4 years of experience, EIT preferred, knowledge of power distribution, lighting, and grounding, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, design, construction, or project support.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward Professional Engineer licensure preferred.
• Basic knowledge of applicable electrical codes, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Familiarity with electrical drawings, technical specifications, engineering calculations, power distribution, lighting, and grounding systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for reviewing, preparing, and modifying electrical design drawings and models.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills, with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and evaluate electrical engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Conduct site inspections to assess electrical installations, identify deficiencies, and verify compliance with approved plans and applicable codes.
• Support the installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and equipment.
• Coordinate with project managers, contractors, architects, and other engineering disciplines to resolve technical issues.
• Monitor project progress, quality, and compliance with established safety requirements and project specifications.
• Prepare technical reports, inspection records, cost estimates, and other project documentation.
• Identify potential electrical hazards and recommend corrective actions to maintain a safe working environment.
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and requests for information to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Provide technical recommendations to address design discrepancies, field conditions, and construction challenges.

Skills

Electrical design

Site inspections

Project coordination

Technical writing

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Planate Management Group seeks an Electrical Engineer to support planning, design, and inspection of electrical systems for construction projects. The candidate will ensure compliance with codes, safety standards, and project specs while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, 2–4 years of experience, EIT preferred, knowledge of power distribution, lighting, and grounding, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.