Senior Electrical Designer – Building Systems, Revit/AutoCAD

HotFoot Recruiters; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Senior Electrical Designer to contribute to the design of electrical systems for commercial and institutional projects. This role offers hands-on experience, collaboration with experienced engineers, and the chance to impact diverse industries like healthcare and government. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, at least 5 years of experience, and must be proficient in Revit and AutoCAD. Future visa sponsorship opportunities may be available based on performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical building systems design.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of electrical power and lighting systems.
• Develop construction drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Perform load calculations for building systems.

Skills

Electrical building systems design

Revit

AutoCAD

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

COMcheck

Excel

OneNote

Job description

HotFoot Recruiters is partnering with a MEP consulting engineering firm to hire a Senior Electrical Designer to join their design team in Phoenix, Arizona. This position is ideal for an electrical design professional seeking hands-on experience designing building electrical systems while working alongside experienced engineers on commercial and institutional projects. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to projects in industries such as semiconductor, healthcare, government, and commercial infrastructure.

Job Title: Senior Electrical Designer

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Schedule: Mon-Thurs 730A-530P, Friday 730A-1130A

Salary: 100K-130K DOE

(OPT welcome to apply, the company can potentially offer future H1B sponsorship or EB2/3 visa based on performance)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and documentation of electrical power, lighting, and distribution systems.
• Develop construction drawings and layouts using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Perform load calculations, voltage drop analysis, and circuiting for building systems.
• Research and apply national and local electrical codes (NEC, IBC, NFPA) to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants throughout all phases of design and construction.
• Support the coordination of designs with other disciplines, including mechanical, plumbing, and structural.
• Contribute to project specifications, submittal reviews, and respond to RFIs during construction.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in electrical design and building systems.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical building systems design (internships or entry-level experience welcome).
• Familiarity with Revit and AutoCAD is a MUST
• Additional software knowledge (e.g., COMcheck, Excel, OneNote) is a plus.
• Basic understanding of lighting layouts, power distribution, panel schedules, and emergency systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines across multiple projects.
• EIT certification or intent to pursue PE licensure is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team setting.