Electrical Engineer – Hybrid, Growth & Equity

Optima Engineering; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned Company

Flexible/Hybrid work schedules

Health, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with profit sharing

Discretionary bonuses

Education and professional development

Volunteer and community involvement

Job summary

Optima Engineering, an employee-owned MEP engineering firm, seeks an Electrical Engineer to contribute to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection design for diverse facilities in the Southeast. The role focuses on delivering thoughtful, efficient electrical systems from concept to construction, with opportunities to mentor junior staff.

Requires NC PE licensure, a BS in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years in building systems design, and proficiency in Revit or AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in North Carolina.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in MEP building systems design for education, municipal, K-12, and commercial facilities.
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD required.
• Strong communication, coordination, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to develop electrical system designs from concept through construction.
• Design lighting, power distribution, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems that meet project requirements and codes.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and calculations in Revit or AutoCAD.
• Perform load calculations, circuiting, panel schedules, and equipment sizing.
• Conduct field investigations, site observations, and existing system assessments.
• Review submittals, respond to RFIs, and provide construction administration support.
• Participate in interdisciplinary coordination and quality control reviews to ensure accurate deliverables.
• Assist in mentoring junior staff and sharing technical expertise across the team.

Skills

Electrical design

Communication

Coordination

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

PE licensure in NC

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Optima Engineering, an employee-owned MEP engineering firm, seeks an Electrical Engineer to contribute to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection design for diverse facilities in the Southeast. The role focuses on delivering thoughtful, efficient electrical systems from concept to construction, with opportunities to mentor junior staff.

Requires NC PE licensure, a BS in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years in building systems design, and proficiency in Revit or AutoCAD.