Senior Electrical Engineer, Low Voltage and Distribution

David Evans and Associates, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401k plan with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible work schedule

Professional development support

Employee bonus program

Job summary

David Evans and Associates, Inc. in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer, Low Voltage and Distribution to lead NEC-based design for a major light-rail project.

This hands-on role combines technical leadership with cross-disciplinary coordination across utilities, civil, structural, and mechanical teams. You will develop and review diagrams, calculations, and design deliverables, mentor engineers, and support construction administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• 8+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience; target 10–15 years.
• Strong NEC experience including sizing of conductor, raceway, overcurrent protection, and grounding.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary electrical coordination and direct the technical work of engineers and designers.
• Experience overseeing the work of others.

Responsibilities

• Lead NEC-based distribution design and sizing of conductors, raceways, and protection.
• Develop and review one-line diagrams, panel schedules, layouts, and calculations.
• Coordinate electrical requirements with utilities and other disciplines.
• Perform electrical system studies using ETAP or SKM.
• Prepare technical requirements and design information for project documents.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to engineers and designers.
• Support construction administration, including submittal reviews and RFIs.
• Progress toward supervision of a small engineering team.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

NEC-based design

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Job description

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our Energy team provides unmatched infrastructure solutions for power delivery and renewable energy, offering expert planning and design for low- to high-voltage facilities. We deliver safe, reliable, and affordable electricity for communities across various sectors, including power generation, renewables, and transportation electrification. Our comprehensive services are tailored to meet the technical, financial, environmental, and political needs of our clients. Whether the goal is to enhance current infrastructure or embark on a new innovative energy project, DEA has the expertise to see it through to completion and foster a more resilient future.

The Transmission Practice is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer, Low Voltage and Distribution, in Bellevue, Bellingham, Everett, Olympia, Seattle, Tacoma, Tukwila, or Woodinville, WA.

This hands-on role combines NEC-based electrical design with technical leadership and multidisciplinary coordination. The initial assignment will support systemwide electrical coordination for a major light-rail extension in the Seattle area. The successful candidate will direct engineering work, develop and review technical deliverables, and coordinate electrical requirements across project teams, with the opportunity to grow into supervision of a small team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and perform NEC-based electrical distribution design, including load calculations, equipment sizing, conductor and raceway sizing, overcurrent protection, and grounding and bonding.
• Develop and review one-line diagrams, panel schedules, equipment layouts, specifications, and supporting calculations.
• Coordinate electrical requirements with utilities and multidisciplinary teams, including civil, structural, and mechanical designers.
• Perform and review electrical system studies using tools such as ETAP or SKMr.
• Consolidate electrical requirements from multiple disciplines and prepare technical requirements, sketches, schematics, and design information for incorporation into project documents.
• Track design decisions, changes, and outstanding coordination of items through resolution.
• Provide technical direction, mentoring, and quality review for engineers and designers.
• Support construction administration, including submittal reviews, RFI responses, and site coordination.
• Progress toward supervision of a small engineering team.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Eight or more years of relevant electrical engineering experience; target profile is approximately 10-15 years.
• Strong, hands-on National Electrical Code experience, including sizing of conductor, raceway, overcurrent protection, and equipment, as well as grounding/bonding.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary electrical coordination and direct the technical work of engineers and designers.
• Ability to perform technical design, in addition to overseeing the work of others.
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer license; extensive directly relevant experience may be considered without a PE.
• Traction-power, rail-transit, station, or systemwide electrical experience.
• Experience with electrical system studies and software such as ETAP or SKM.
• Consulting or facility/industrial electrical distribution design experience.
• Prior team-lead, mentoring, or supervisory experience.

What We Offer

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance, for employees and their families
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Work Schedule: Flexible work schedules including a 9/80 schedule-every other Friday off!
• Paid Time Off (PTO) program: Paid time off (PTO) beginning at 120 hours annually for full-time employees, with increased accrual based on years of service (up to 200 hours)
• Paid Holidays: 7 paid holidays per year
• Retirement: 401k plan with employer match program
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Employee bonus program: Eligible employees may participate in DEA's employee bonus program, which is based on company profitability.
• Potential salary range: $134,000/annually - $182,000/annually

* The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Potential office locations include: Bellevue, WA; Bellingham, WA; Everett, WA; Olympia, WA; Seattle, WA; Tacoma, WA; Tukwila, WA; Woodinville, WA.