Electrical Engineer
Company Summary:
A growing multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join its Akron, Ohio office. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of building design projects, supporting electrical system design from concept through construction while collaborating closely with experienced engineers, architects, contractors, and project teams. The role is ideal for an engineer looking to expand their technical expertise, take on project responsibilities, and accelerate their career growth within a collaborative environment.
The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for...
- Designing electrical distribution systems for commercial, institutional, and other building projects
- Developing lighting and lighting control system designs
- Designing emergency and standby power systems
- Performing electrical calculations, analysis, and system evaluations
- Preparing electrical drawings and construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD
- Ensuring designs comply with NEC, IECC, and applicable industry standards
- Supporting projects from conceptual design through construction completion
- Coordinating electrical system requirements with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Assisting with project planning, scheduling, and engineering coordination efforts
- Conducting construction administration activities including submittal reviews and RFI responses
- Troubleshooting and resolving electrical design issues during construction
- Supporting the successful delivery of projects while maintaining quality and schedule requirements
The Electrical Engineer should have the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline
- 2-5 years of electrical design experience within the consulting engineering or MEP industry
- Experience designing power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, and emergency power systems
- Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD
- Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, and other applicable electrical codes and standards
- Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and design practices
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking abilities
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project teams
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications:
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
- Experience supporting projects through construction administration
- Familiarity with multidisciplinary building system coordination
- Experience working directly with architects, contractors, and clients
- Exposure to a variety of commercial, institutional, or industrial project types
- Desire to pursue professional licensure and continued technical development
Why You Should Consider This Opportunity:
- Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging building projects
- Direct mentorship from experienced engineering professionals
- Clear path for technical and professional growth
- Opportunity to take on meaningful project responsibilities early in your career
- Collaborative and team-oriented engineering environment
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Professional development and continuing education support
If you are interested in the Electrical Engineer role, please apply today.
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