Electrical Project Designer | Raleigh, NC

IMEG Corp.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Dress for Your Day

Generous PTO

Holidays & time off perks

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

IMEG Corp. in Raleigh, NC is seeking an Electrical Project Designer to lead low to moderate complexity project design and collaborate with senior staff on larger initiatives.

You will plan, budget, schedule, review, and oversee electrical design work for buildings, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with cross-functional teams while staying current with industry standards and code requirements.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Or an Associate degree/cert in BIM or Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in building design consulting; 4 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical system analysis and design for low to moderate complexity projects.
• Create detailed designs, specs, and calculations per code and IMEG standards.
• Gather requirements, communicate with clients, and build relationships.
• Support project execution including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and progress monitoring.
• Document design decisions, instructions, percent complete, and fees.
• Collaborate with senior engineers for practical solutions.
• Perform in-process design reviews with QA/QC processes.
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices.
• Identify and mitigate safety risks in electrical systems.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and assist PMs through bidding and construction.

Skills

Electrical design

BIM with Revit

Power systems

Lighting calculations

Communication

MS Office

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

BIM/Engineering associate degree or cert

Tools

Revit Add-In Tools

SKM/PTW

EasyPower

AGI/ElumTools

ComCheck

Job description

IMEG is hiring an Electrical Project Designer in Raleigh, NC to lead design efforts for low to moderate complexity projects and collaborate with senior staff on larger, high-complexity projects. This role provides engineering solutions and advice to clients and supports the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems for buildings. You will plan, budget, schedule, review, and oversee project work while training, mentoring, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The team supports education and government/municipal work, advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.**At a Glance****Location:** Raleigh, NC**Discipline:** Electrical**Markets:** Education and Government/Municipal**Ownership:** 100% employee-owned (ESOP)**Travel:** Up to 10%**Work Schedule:** Full-time In Office**Sponsorship:** Not available **What You'll Do**· Lead electrical system analysis and design for low to moderate complexity projects.· Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations using engineering software and tools in accordance with code requirements and IMEG standards.· Gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build client relationships.· Support consulting-project execution through project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and design-progress monitoring.· Document design decisions, client instructions, percent complete, and fee expended.· Analyze engineering problems and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants on practical and efficient solutions.· Conduct in-process reviews of electrical system designs, calculations, and specifications, applying quality-control processes.· Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, best practices, research, development, and innovation efforts.· Identify and mitigate safety risks associated with electrical systems.· Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, identify potential project problems, seek Project Manager guidance, and oversee projects through bidding and construction administration. **What You'll Bring****Required Education**· Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required**OR**· Associates degree, or certificate, in Building Information Modeling (BIM) or Engineering preferred **Experience**· 3 years of experience minimum required, 4 preferred, in the building design consulting industry**OR**· 7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the building design consulting or construction industry **Required Skills/Abilities**· Proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications· Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles relating to circuit theory, electromagnetism, power systems, and electronics as they relate to electrical systems design for buildings· Proficient with industry standard engineering software and tools including lighting photometric calculation software such as AGI, Elum Tools, Visual Lighting, or other; power system analysis and design software such as SKM/PTW, Easy Power, or other; and proficiency in the use of BIM software and CTC Revit Add In Tools· Knowledge of Illumination Engineering Society (IES) Standards· Proficient with energy compliance software such as ComCheck; Adobe or Bluebeam Revu; the use of reference material resources such as NFPA Link, TechStreet, MadCAD, and Facility Guideline Institution (FGI)· Proficiency in Smart Engineering Design Assist (SET) Tools within Revit for electrical calculations, coordination, properties, etc. Knowledge of Master Specification editing and software such as eSPECS· Ability to train and mentor less experienced staff· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups· Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment· Attention to detail and problem-solving skills· Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook· Ability to travel up to 10% with occasional overnight stays**Preferred**· Engineering In Training (EIT) Certification preferred**About the Team**· Service mix is grounded in community colleges, K-12, municipal facilities, public safety, and small-to-mid-sized civic renovations, with many assignments built around core MEP delivery. Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing recur across schools, county/city buildings, EMS or fire facilities, and clinic projects, with some jobs clearly led by a single discipline such as mechanical or electrical.· They also support housing, recreation, religious/commercial projects, and a fair amount of assessment or study work, with fire protection, commissioning, energy modeling, security, and AV appearing on larger efforts. Overall, the portfolio suggests a team that is especially strong in practical, renovation-heavy civic and education work across North Carolina.· Recent work includes North Carolina Central University / Durham, NC / 24/7 CLRC, Education; Mary Potter Club / Oxford, NC / Mary Potter Shop Building - Permit, Commercial; and Woodfield Investments / Charleston, SC / Morrison Yard Electrical Assessment, Housing. **Why IMEG**We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.· Employee ownership (ESOP), fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing· IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology· PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE· Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)· Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays· Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription· MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations**Bring Your Career to IMEG**Apply today to contribute your electrical design expertise to projects that create positive outcomes for people and communities.**IMEG**, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.