Electrical Engineer IV - Central Region

CRB; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

CRB is seeking an Electrical Engineer IV to lead electrical design for large, complex projects and to manage budgets and client interfaces. This role emphasizes expertise in power distribution, lighting, grounding, and coordination across teams.

Candidates should hold an ABET-accredited degree, PE registration, and 10+ years in a design environment. The position requires collaboration with PMs, vendors, and engineers to deliver high-quality electrical solutions.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
• PE registration.
• 10+ years of experience in a design firm setting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary electrical discipline lead for large, complex projects.
• Manage project budgets and schedules from an electrical design perspective.
• Interface with clients, contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Lead electrical system design programming and master planning.
• Design and engineer electrical systems for new builds (power distribution, lighting, grounding/bonding).
• Oversee QA for electrical design documents and calculations.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers.
• Support construction activities and responses to RFIs/submittals.

Skills

Electrical design leadership

Mentoring staff

Client interface

Project budgeting

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

Job Description

The Electrical Engineer IV serves as the discipline lead at the project level, overseeing electrical design and managing budgets for projects ranging from simple to highly complex. This role requires a deep understanding of electrical documentation development and field implementation across all project phases, with a strong emphasis on the design and engineering of electrical systems for new construction projects.

The Electrical Engineer IV is responsible for:

• Coordinating with internal teams and external partners.
• Managing multiple priorities and complex tasks.
• Directing and mentoring electrical design and engineering staff (Entry-Level through Senior).
• Ensuring workflows align with client expectations and project goals.

The Electrical Engineer IV may work independently or under the direction of a Project Manager and plays a key role in delivering high-quality, technically sound electrical design solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary electrical discipline lead for large, complex projects.
• Manage project budgets and schedules from an electrical design perspective.
• Interface with clients, contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Lead electrical system design programming and master planning.
• Design and engineer electrical systems for new builds, including power distribution systems (4160V, 480V, 240V, and 120V), lighting systems, grounding and bonding, and special systems.
• Oversee quality assurance for electrical design documents, calculations, and specifications.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
• Support construction activities, including RFIs, submittal reviews, punch lists, and progress reporting.
• Develop and deliver internal training presentations on electrical design and engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with Project Managers on proposals, resource planning, and scheduling for the electrical scope of work.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience, preferably in a design firm setting.
• Professional Engineering (PE) registration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of GMP manufacturing environments. Expertise
• Expertise in electrical system design for new construction, including medium- and low-voltage power distribution, lighting, grounding/bonding, and special systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes and intermediate knowledge of building codes.
• Experience leading field surveys and preparing detailed technical reports.
• Proficiency in cross-discipline coordination and collaboration with construction partners, vendors, and manufacturers.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and system issues effectively.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

• CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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