Electrical Project Designer | Raleigh, NC

IMEG Corp.; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Dress for Your Day flexibility

Job summary

IMEG Corp. in Raleigh, NC seeks an Electrical Project Designer to lead design efforts for low to moderate complexity projects and collaborate with senior staff on larger, high-complexity projects. You will plan, budget, schedule, review, and oversee project work while mentoring cross-functional teams.

You will apply electrical system analysis, create detailed designs and calculations, and ensure compliance with codes and IMEG standards. Travel up to 15% and in-office schedule are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of circuit theory, electromagnetism, and power systems for buildings.
• Experience with BIM and Revit Add-ins is preferred.
• Proficiency with lighting and power system design software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for low to moderate complexity projects.
• Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations per codes and IMEG standards.
• Gather requirements, communicate with clients, and build relationships.
• Support project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and design-progress monitoring.
• Mentor cross-functional teams and perform design reviews for quality control.

Skills

Electrical design

Client communication

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Associates in BIM/Engineering

Tools

Lighting design software (AGI, ElumTools, Visual Lighting)

Power system analysis (SKM, PTW, EasyPower)

BIM software (Revit, BIM)

SET Tools in Revit

MS Office

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 15%**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**· 5 years of experience minimum required, 6 preferred, in the building design consulting industry**OR**· 9 years of experience minimum required, 10 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 others; and power system analysis and design software such as SKM/PTW, Easy Power, or other. 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 Comtech; Adobe or Bluebeam Revu; the use of reference material resources such as NFPA Link, TechStreet, MadCAD, and Facility Guideline Institution (FGI) (market segment dependent).· Knowledge of Master Specification editing and software such as eSPECS· Strong training and mentoring skills· 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· Proficiency of Smart Engineering Design Assist (SET) Tools within Revit for electrical calculations, coordination, properties, etc.· Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook· Ability to travel up to 15% 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.Want to learn more about **IMEG** and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.