Senior Electrical Engineer

Ardurra Group, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra Group, Inc. in Durham, NC is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to manage complex electrical systems design projects for commercial and educational facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power distribution, lighting, and fire alarm systems design, with at least 6 years of experience.

This leadership role involves mentoring junior staff and ensuring successful project delivery. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and ideally a PE license. A commitment to quality and effective communication is necessary.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in electrical engineering.
• PE license required or ability to pursue one.
• Strong management and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead design of electrical systems for various projects.
• Act as Project Manager for electrical components.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship.

Skills

Power distribution design

Lighting design

Fire alarm systems design

Project management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Engineering Design software (SKM)

Lighting Design and Photometric Software

Job description

RVE (an Ardurra company) is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team in Durham, NC.

Maintaining and upgrading buildings poses an ongoing challenge for clients who need to keep their facilities and systems operating safely, reliably and cost-effectively. The foundation of our design approach is energy savings, including finding alternative energy sources when viable.

Our professionals combine engineering with strong economic and management principles to design and upgrade heating, air conditioning, ventilation and other systems for K‑12, higher education, healthcare, hospitality and industrial clients as part of new construction or renovation projects.

Our staff has expertise in wind, solar, geothermal and combined heat and power (cogeneration) technologies. We also provide program management, facility‑wide energy audits, assessments, design, construction management and administration services for public transportation infrastructure and serve as Engineer of Record for nearly 50 Boards of Education in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Primary Function

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power distribution, lighting, and fire alarm systems design for educational, commercial, and industrial facilities. This is a leadership‑level role with responsibility for managing complex projects and mentoring junior staff while collaborating across disciplines to deliver high‑quality engineering solutions.

Primary Duties

• Support and lead the design and development of electrical systems for large‑scale commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, and educational projects.
• Apply design expertise in power distribution, grounding, lighting, control systems, fire alarms, and equipment selection/specification.
• Act as Project Manager for electrical components of multi‑discipline projects, including schedule, budget, client communication, and team coordination.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Analyze complex electrical engineering problems and propose effective solutions.
• Interface with architects, civil and MEP engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure design coordination and project success.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards including NEC, IBC, IECC, and NFPA.
• Perform quality control reviews of electrical drawings and specifications.
• Conduct field investigations and site visits as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the department’s growth and success.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline required.
• 6+ years of experience.
• PE license required or the ability to pursue one.
• Ability to clarify and concisely express thoughts verbally and in written correspondence/reports/specifications.
• Provides effort and takes pride in all work assignments produced.
• Not afraid to ask for guidance/assistance to expedite assignment deliverables.
• Ability to simultaneously work on group and individual assignments.
• Must have effective communication, management and writing skills.
• Must be skilled in the use of Word/Excel products.
• Experience with Engineering Design software including SKM.
• Experience with Lighting Design and Photometric Software.
• Experience with latest versions of AutoCAD.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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