Electrical Engineer - PE

Orion Placement; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Knoxville, Tennessee is seeking an Electrical Engineer with an active PE license to join their team. You will design electrical systems for industrial and commercial projects, develop specifications using AutoCAD and Revit, and lead projects while mentoring junior staff. The firm promotes a supportive, employee-owned culture with competitive compensation and long-term stability. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Active Electrical Engineering PE license required.
• 4+ years of professional electrical engineering experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and electrical safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, and fire protection.
• Develop medium- and low-voltage systems and one-line diagrams.
• Manage and mentor electrical design staff.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Team Collaboration

Leadership

AutoCAD

Revit

Education

Active Electrical Engineering PE license

4+ years of professional electrical engineering experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a stable, employee‑owned engineering firm with 30+ years of success
• Work on real, buildable electrical designs across industrial and commercial facilities
• High‑impact role with ownership upside through an ESOP
• Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and long‑term career security
• Relocation assistance available for qualified engineers

Location

On‑site position based in Knoxville, Tennessee, working closely with in‑house multidisciplinary design teams. Relocation support is available.

Note

This role requires an active Electrical Engineering Professional Engineer (PE) license.

About Our Client

Our client is a full‑service, employee‑owned engineering firm providing mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural design services. With decades of experience across the southeastern U.S., they are known for practical solutions, efficient project delivery, and a collaborative team culture.

Job Description

• Design electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire protection, and life safety
• Develop medium‑ and low‑voltage systems and one‑line diagrams
• Perform load flow studies, arc flash analysis, and power factor correction
• Design generator, emergency power, and UPS systems
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, and applicable standards
• Coordinate with mechanical, structural, and architectural teams
• Manage and mentor electrical design staff
• Produce specifications and construction documents using AutoCAD and Revit
• Deliver customized engineering solutions tailored to client operations

Qualifications

• Active Electrical Engineering PE license
• 4+ years of professional electrical engineering experience
• Strong knowledge of NEC and electrical safety standards
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit
• Background in power distribution, lighting, and life safety systems
• Ability to lead projects and collaborate within a team environment

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Employee‑owned ESOP company with a true ownership mindset
• Supportive, team‑oriented engineering culture
• Long‑term stability without big‑corporate bureaucracy
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Meaningful projects with tangible client impact

JPC-580

Job Type: Full‑time

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance