Senior Electrical Engineer

Little Diversified Architectural Consulting; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Diversified Architectural Consulting is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical team in Charlotte, NC (open to other locations). You will lead design of power distribution, fire alarm, lighting and low‑voltage systems, and mentor staff from concept through construction.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of experience, a PE license, proficiency with Revit, and familiarity with LEED/WELL projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in design of power distribution, fire alarm, low voltage/IT, lighting and controls.
• Registered Electrical Engineer (PE) with state licenses; multi-state licenses a plus.
• Experience with Revit; LEED/WELL experience a plus; RCDD or lighting design experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with architects and engineers to complete projects.
• Lead design efforts across power, fire alarm, lighting, and low‑voltage systems.
• Mentor staff and contribute to project delivery from concept through construction administration.

Skills

Power distribution design

Fire alarm systems

Low voltage/IT systems

Lighting design

Excellent communication

Mentoring staff

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Job description

Little is currently looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer with a positive, hands‑on, collaborative work style to join our Electrical team, preferably in our Charlotte, NC office but will consider other locations. This person will be expected to support our goal of being thought leaders by generating innovative design solutions at the earliest stages of the design process and ensuring project success all the way through construction. This person will also play a key role in mentoring staff. Some or all of the following project type experience is desired, all are not required: education, civic/government, financial services, retail, office, interior renovation, high tech/R&D, Industrial, mission critical/data centers, and healthcare.

At Little, we are dedicated to elevating the performance of our clients through Results Beyond Architecture. We believe that the best design solutions come from the collaboration of people from all fields of design. Little is made up of architects, interior designers, engineers, land planners, landscape architects, graphic designers, animation specialists, and more who work together throughout the entire duration of a project. Our expectation is 32 hours per week in office with 8 hours flex.

A position you’ll love:

• Collaborating with our architects and other engineers to complete projects.
• Using your passion for innovative design, problem‑solving, and critical thinking.
• A “Best Places to Work” award‑winning culture.

Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in design of power distribution systems, fire alarm systems, low voltage/IT systems, lighting and controls.
• Registered Electrical Engineer required (NCEES record/multiple state licenses a plus).
• Expertise in Alternative Energy design a plus.
• Experience with LEED and/or WELL Certified Projects (LEED AP/WELL AP a plus).
• BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) a plus.
• Significant Lighting Design experience or Lighting Certified a plus.
• Solid Revit experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Why Little

At Little, we don’t just design environments—we design careers.

We invest in people who are driven to better themselves and eager to elevate their skills, mindsets, and impact. Here, your growth is not a side benefit; it is a core promise.

You’ll find:

• Cross‑mentoring opportunities to both teach and learn across disciplines and generations.
• Intentional coaching to help you strengthen leadership, communication, and strategic thinking.
• Exposure to a wide range of project types and challenges, expanding your professional toolkit.
• A culture that celebrates curiosity, experimentation, and continuous learning.
• A community of peers and leaders who truly care about your aspirations and are committed to helping you achieve them.

A Role Where You Can Make a Meaningful Mark

• Join a studio of passionate professionals committed to design.
• Lead with autonomy. Trusted to guide teams, make decisions, and shape project outcomes.
• Enjoy variety each day in planning, designing, coordinating, problem‑solving, and inspiring.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams of landscape architects, architects and engineers.
• Steward the entire project journey from concept through construction administration.
• Own outcomes with full support for your professional growth.
• Step into meaningful opportunity for leadership and advancement.

Curious what it's like to work at Little?

Check out our video! Life at Little: Our Core Values on Vimeo

Little is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, Little prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation national origin, genetics, disability status, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Little is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or a member of our HR Team.