Senior Electrical Engineer – Building Systems Design (Hybrid)

Actalent

Maryland

Hybrid

USD 75,000 - 115,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and develop complex electrical systems for a variety of building projects. You will handle power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and special systems, ensuring code compliance and project success.

The role offers a hybrid work setup with three days in the office and two days remote, allowing collaboration while maintaining flexibility. A minimum of three years’ experience in electrical design is required along with strong technical and

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
  • Minimum of 3 years of industry-related experience in electrical design for building projects.
  • Strong technical expertise in building electrical systems (power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, special systems).
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit for construction documents.
  • Ability to perform electrical calculations (load studies, voltage drop, equipment sizing, illumination).
  • Ability to work independently and in a team.
  • Excellent communication across organization and stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational skills and multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop complex electrical systems for diverse building projects.
  • Perform electrical calculations to ensure safe, efficient performance.
  • Design power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and special systems per codes.
  • Oversee projects from concept to construction, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget.
  • Attend design and coordination meetings with internal and external partners.
  • Prepare construction documents using AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Develop project specifications and cost estimates.
  • Support construction administration activities (RFI, shop drawings, change orders).
  • Communicate clearly with team and stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical design
Team collaboration
Communication
Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD
Revit
SKM
Lighting design software

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and develop complex electrical systems for a variety of building projects. You will handle power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and special systems, ensuring code compliance and project success.

The role offers a hybrid work setup with three days in the office and two days remote, allowing collaboration while maintaining flexibility. A minimum of three years’ experience in electrical design is required along with strong technical and

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