Project Electrical Engineer - Building Design

Olsson; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision and dental

Job summary

Olsson is seeking a Project Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design and coordination for building projects, delivering clear construction documents and specifications. The role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and client engagement, with opportunities to impact large-scale commercial, healthcare, and educational facilities.

The candidate should bring 5–15+ years of electrical engineering experience, a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Desire to provide innovative solutions.
• 5-15+ years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Understanding of International Building Codes.
• Experience with RSMeans preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design and coordinate electrical systems using AutoCAD and Revit, including construction documents and specifications.
• Perform QA/QC plans and mentor junior staff.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and meet with clients to discuss designs.
• Produce and review material lists, calculations, and modeling as needed.
• Travel to job sites for observation and verification of installation.

Skills

Team collaboration

Ownership in work

Innovative mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

RSMeans

Job description

Project Electrical Engineer - Building Design

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We're a people-centric firm, so it's no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson's Facilities Engineering and Design Team is at the forefront of engineering innovation, providing comprehensive services for large commercial developments, healthcare facilities, laboratories, educational institutions, data centers, and military installations. Our expertise includes engineering analysis, design services, and professional consulting, ensuring top-tier quality and world class installations. We also provide building inspection and forensic investigation services. As a member of this team, you will contribute to diverse, high-impact projects, delivering engineering solutions that make a tangible difference in communities and industries.

As a Project Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the electrical design and coordinating electrical systems using both AutoCAD and Revit including the creation of construction documents and specifications. Responsibilities include executing quality assurance/quality control plans, mentoring and training, coordinating with other disciplines, performing supporting calculations, meeting with clients to discuss conceptual and final designs, and travel to job sites for observation. Our electrical design services can include power distribution, lighting, arc flash studies, and electrical modeling.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Bachelor's degree inelectrical engineering.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Desire to provide innovative solutions.
• 5-15+ years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Understanding of International Building Codes.
• Experience with RSMeans preferred.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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