Electrical Engineer — Indianapolis, IN

Fanning/Howey Associates, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Hybrid or remote work arrangements

Collaborative design culture

Job summary

A leading design firm in the United States is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to enhance its Engineering team. The role emphasizes designing safe, efficient, and sustainable electrical systems and requires collaboration with various professionals. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, a PE license, and at least six years of experience in institutional design. This position supports both hybrid and remote work arrangements based on project requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in institutional building design.
• Proficiency in electrical power distribution, lighting design, fire alarm design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design building electrical systems including power distribution and lighting.
• Support sustainable and high-performance design through research.
• Prepare construction documents using Revit.
• Conduct site visits and construction observation.

Skills

Building electrical systems knowledge

Collaborative team player

Design-focused and detail-oriented

Clear communicator

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Technology

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Revit

Visual

Bluebeam

Job description

Fanning Howey creates learning environments throughout the country with our team of architects, engineers, interior designers, and planners. We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Engineering team and contribute to the design and delivery of high-performance, integrated building systems.

This role is ideal for a licensed professional who enjoys technical problem-solving, interdisciplinary collaboration, and seeing projects through, from concept to construction. As an Electrical Engineer, you will play a key role in designing safe, efficient, and sustainable electrical systems that support our clients’ goals and the firm’s commitment to design excellence.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• A Strong Technical Engineer You bring deep knowledge of building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and photovoltaic systems, and apply that expertise thoughtfully across a range of project types.
• A Collaborative Team Player You work closely with architects, mechanical and plumbing engineers, structural and civil engineers, and consultants to deliver coordinated, integrated design solutions.
• Design-Focused and Detail-Oriented You value accuracy, constructability, and code compliance and understand how electrical systems support overall building performance and user experience.
• Comfortable in the Field You are confident participating in site visits, construction observation, and coordination with contractors to ensure design intent is carried through construction.
• Clear Communicator You communicate effectively through drawings, written documentation, and conversations with clients, consultants, and internal team members.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Design building electrical systems including power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, fire alarm, and photovoltaic systems
• Support sustainable and high-performance design through system research and lifecycle-based decision-making
• Participate in facility condition assessments, master planning, and early design studies
• Coordinate electrical designs with multidisciplinary project teams to ensure integrated solutions
• Prepare 2D and 3D construction documents using Revit
• Participate in BIM coordination and clash detection meetings
• Prepare documentation and calculations for code compliance and LEED certification
• Conduct site visits, respond to RFIs, review submittals, and support construction administration
• Assist with construction observation to verify conformance with design intent

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
• Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in institutional building design
• Proficiency in electrical power distribution, lighting design, fire alarm design, and construction observation
• Experience using industry software such as Revit, Visual, and Bluebeam
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred:

• LEED accreditation or other sustainability-related credentials
• Experience working in an architectural, engineering, or consulting firm environment

WHY FANNING HOWEY

• Collaborative, interdisciplinary design culture
• Opportunity to work on meaningful, mission-driven projects
• Commitment to sustainable and high-performance design
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Hybrid or remote work arrangements may be available based on firm policy and project needs