Electrical Engineer


Bellingham
Permanent
USD135000 - USD165000
Automation and Controls
PR/598231_1782256944
Electrical Engineer

Electrical / Controls Engineer (PE Required)

What they're looking for:

  • BS in Electrical Engineering
  • Active PE license (Washington preferred or ability to obtain)
  • 5 to 10+ years in electrical and or controls system design
  • Experience in water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, or similar infrastructure projects preferred

Core technical experience:

  • AC power systems design: power distribution, motor controls, load calculations, panel schedules, voltage drop, one-lines
  • DC control system design for instrumentation such as flow, pressure, level, and temperature
  • Electrical system modeling (Easypower preferred)
  • Lighting design and modeling (AGI32 or similar)
  • Strong working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and applicable state or local codes
  • Ability to read and develop relay logic and wiring diagrams
  • AutoCAD for electrical drawings

What you'll be doing:

  • Design electrical and control systems for municipal, industrial, and commercial projects
  • Develop calculations, reports, and technical documentation
  • Produce construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates
  • Support project execution including scheduling and budget tracking
  • Contribute to proposals and client development efforts
  • Participate in peer reviews and help improve internal standards

Additional:

  • Strong writing and documentation skills (Word, Excel)
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across multiple projects
  • Team-oriented and interested in long-term development

Why this role:

  • Mix of hands-on design and project involvement across infrastructure projects
  • Exposure to full project lifecycle from design through construction
  • Mid-sized engineering environment with growth potential
  • Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and solid benefits

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