Senior Electrical Engineer

Jobtailor; Arizona; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead design and delivery of electrical systems for commercial buildings in the United States. The role emphasizes power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage coordination, with heavy CAD/BIM usage.

The ideal candidate holds a PE license, has 6+ years of experience, and can manage multiple projects within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining quality and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of electrical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Experience designing commercial building electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
• Proficiency with CAD and BIM software for electrical coordination and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and production of electrical engineering deliverables including drawings and specifications.
• Develop electrical system designs for power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
• Prepare and review construction documents, single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and power/lighting plans.
• Create and coordinate 2D drawings and 3D electrical models using CAD/BIM.
• Review deliverables for scope, quality, coordination, and technical accuracy.
• Lead construction administration: review shop drawings, RFIs, site visits, field coordination.

Skills

Electrical design

CAD

BIM

Project management

Communication

Coordination

Power distribution

Lighting

Low-voltage

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD

BIM

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and production of electrical engineering deliverables, including drawings, specifications, calculations, and analytical models throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Develop electrical system designs for power distribution, lighting, grounding, low-voltage, and other building electrical systems in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Prepare and review coordinated construction documents, single-line diagrams, panel schedules, power plans, lighting plans, and supporting design documentation.
• Utilize CAD and Building Information Modeling (BIM) software to create and coordinate accurate 2D drawings and 3D electrical models.
• Review electrical engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with project scope, quality standards, coordination requirements, and technical expectations.
• Lead construction administration activities, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to Requests for Information (RFIs), conducting site visits, and supporting field coordination efforts.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders to develop coordinated and constructible electrical design solutions.
• Assist project managers with scope management, cost tracking, scheduling, and technical risk evaluation related to electrical systems.
• Apply sound engineering judgment to resolve complex technical challenges and support project decision-making.
• Participate in professional development activities and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes, standards, and technical practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience) required.
• 6+ years of experience in electrical engineering required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Active NCEES Record for licensure maintenance preferred.
• Demonstrated experience designing commercial building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
• Proficiency with CAD and BIM software used for electrical engineering and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Strong understanding of applicable electrical codes, engineering standards, and construction administration practices.
• Excellent analytical, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities while working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in electrical system design, including power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage systems, while ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards. Proficient in utilizing CAD and BIM software for creating accurate electrical models and construction documents.