Senior Electrical Engineer (PE) — Hybrid MEP Design

Optima Engineering; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned Company

Hybrid work schedules

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan with ESOP

Discretionary bonuses

Education & professional development

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Optima Engineering in Raleigh, NC is seeking a seasoned Electrical Engineer to join our employee-owned MEP practice. You will design electrical systems for education, municipal, K-12 and commercial facilities, collaborating with project teams from concept through construction.

The ideal candidate holds a North Carolina PE, a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years of experience, and proficiency in Revit or AutoCAD. Excellent communication and coordination skills are essential.

Qualifications

• PE license in North Carolina is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in MEP building systems design.
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Strong communication, coordination, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers to develop electrical system designs from concept through construction.
• Design lighting, power distribution, fire alarm, and low‑voltage systems to meet codes.
• Prepare drawings, specs, and calculations in Revit or AutoCAD.
• Perform load calculations, panel schedules, and equipment sizing.
• Conduct field investigations and site observations; review submittals and RFIs.
• Support construction administration and quality control reviews.
• Mentor junior staff and share technical expertise.

Skills

PE License (NC)

Professional Engineer

Strong communication

Coordination skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Optima Engineering in Raleigh, NC is seeking a seasoned Electrical Engineer to join our employee-owned MEP practice. You will design electrical systems for education, municipal, K-12 and commercial facilities, collaborating with project teams from concept through construction.

The ideal candidate holds a North Carolina PE, a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years of experience, and proficiency in Revit or AutoCAD. Excellent communication and coordination skills are essential.