Electrical Project Engineer

LVI Associates; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A licensed Electrical Engineer is sought to own and deliver impactful projects across commercial, institutional, municipal, and infrastructure sectors. Join an established engineering consulting firm as a Professional Engineer (PE) and lead design of electrical building systems.

You will develop construction documents, coordinate with architects and other engineers, interface with clients, perform power analyses and arc flash studies, and manage multiple projects from concept through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• PE license or eligibility via reciprocity.
• 4+ years of electrical design experience for buildings or infrastructure.
• Experience with Arc Flash Studies, Protective Device Coordination, and Short Circuit Analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of electrical building systems including power distribution, lighting, and fire alarm systems.
• Develop construction documents, specifications, and permit packages.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and stakeholders across disciplines.
• Interface with clients providing technical guidance and project support.
• Conduct site evaluations, engineering assessments, and technical studies.
• Manage multiple projects with quality, schedule, and budget control.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SKM PowerTools

Job description

Are you a licensed Electrical Engineer looking for an opportunity to take ownership of impactful projects, collaborate with talented multidisciplinary teams, and help shape the built environment? An established and growing engineering consulting firm is seeking a Professional Engineer (PE) to join its expanding team and play a key role in the design of complex electrical systems across a diverse portfolio of projects.

This position offers the chance to work on everything from commercial and institutional facilities to municipal, industrial, and critical infrastructure projects, while gaining exposure to clients, project leadership, and technical innovation.

What You'll Be Doing

As a key member of the engineering team, you will:

• Lead and contribute to the design of electrical building systems, including:
  • Power distribution
  • Lighting systems
  • Fire alarm systems
• Develop construction documents, technical specifications, and permit packages.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and project stakeholders across multiple disciplines.
• Interface directly with clients, providing technical expertise, design guidance, and project support.
• Conduct site evaluations, engineering assessments, and technical studies.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget expectations.
• Participate in power system analyses, coordination studies, and arc flash evaluations.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity.
• 4+ years of experience designing electrical systems for buildings or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of power distribution, lighting, and life safety systems.
• Experience performing:
  • Arc Flash Studies
  • Protective Device Coordination Studies
  • Short Circuit Analysis
• Proficiency with industry-standard software such as:
  • Revit
  • AutoCAD
  • SKM PowerTools
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with clients and project teams.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Diverse project portfolio across several markets.
• High level of client interaction and technical ownership.
• Opportunity to make a visible impact within a growing team.
• Collaborative, employee-focused environment where technical expertise and leadership are valued.
• Clear path for continued professional growth and advancement.

If you're looking for more than just another design role and want the opportunity to influence projects from concept through construction while growing your leadership presence, this is the type of opportunity that can elevate your career.