Electrical Project Engineer | Urbandale, IA

IMEG; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Professional development opportunities

Flexible schedule

Job summary

IMEG is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer in Urbandale, IA to lead design efforts for electrical systems on building projects. You will work with senior staff on larger efforts, manage design calculations, and coordinate with clients throughout design, bidding, and construction administration.

The role emphasizes practical engineering solutions, mentoring staff, and contributing to energy‑efficient design aligned with industry standards. Local travel and full‑time work are involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer license is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for low to moderate complexity electrical projects.
• Analyze electrical systems and develop designs, specs, and calculations.
• Communicate with clients to gather requirements and manage expectations.
• Support budgeting, scheduling, and project progress tracking.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Ensure designs meet code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Stay current on industry trends and contribute to innovation.

Skills

Design techniques

Circuit theory

Power systems

Engineering software

Communication

Team collaboration

MS Office

Travel readiness

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

PE License

Tools

AGI

Elum Tools

Visual Lighting

SKM/PTW

Easy Power

ComCheck

Adobe/Bluebeam Revu

eSPECS/BIM/Revit

SET Tools in Revit

Job description

Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

100% Employee-Owned

Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

IMEG is hiring an Electrical Project Engineer in Urbandale, IA to lead design efforts for low to moderate complexity projects and collaborate with senior staff on larger and more complex work. This role focuses on the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of electrical systems for buildings while providing practical engineering solutions and advice to clients.

You will help manage project budgets and progress, mentor less experienced staff, and work with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations through design, bidding, and construction administration. Supporting commercial and institutional projects, this role also contributes to high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

• Location: Urbandale, IA
• Discipline: Electrical
• Markets: Commercial and institutional
• Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
• Travel: Up to 10%
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Lead design efforts for low to moderate complexity electrical projects, serving as project manager or lead engineer as assigned.
• Analyze electrical systems and develop designs, specifications, and calculations using engineering software and tools in accordance with code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Partner with clients to understand project needs, gather requirements, communicate technical information, and build strong working relationships.
• Support project execution with planning, budgeting, and scheduling to meet deadlines, objectives, and client expectations.
• Document client instructions and design decisions, and monitor project progress against percent complete and fee expended.
• Analyze engineering problems and develop practical, efficient solutions in collaboration with senior engineers and consultants.
• Perform in-process reviews of electrical designs, calculations, and specifications, and apply IMEG quality control processes to meet firm, industry, and client standards.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG.
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work by identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with electrical systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions, identify potential project issues, seek guidance from the Project Manager, and support projects through bidding and construction administration.

What You'll Bring

Required Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required

Experience

• 2 years of experience minimum required, 4 preferred, in the building design consulting 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 energy compliance software such as ComCheck. Proficient with Adobe or Bluebeam Revu
• Knowledge of Illumination Engineering Society (IES) Standards
• Proficient with the use of reference material resources such as NFPA Link, TechStreet, MadCAD, and Facility Guideline Institution (FGI)
• Knowledge of Master Specification editing and software such as eSPECS, Building Information Model software, and CTC Revit Add In Tools; Proficiency of Smart Engineering Design Assist (SET) Tools within Revit for electrical calculations, coordination, properties, etc.
• 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

About The Team

• Work is heavily higher-education focused, with recurring mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, technology, and energy-modeling scope on classrooms, science buildings, student housing, and health-science projects. That pattern suggests a strong full-service MEP team with especially solid experience in lab, campus, and complex student-facility coordination.
• A notable additional signal is the health-sciences and research tilt, including geothermal and all-electric work and lab-intensive projects at Des Moines University and Drake University.
• Recent work includes BASF / Malcolm / New Service, Industrial; The Marshalltown Company / Marshalltown, IA / Mezzanine buildout, Industrial; and Wells Fargo / Hoffman Estates, IL / Alarm Redesign, Commercial.

Why IMEG

• 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

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.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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