Electrical / RCDD Engineer

Job Overview Title: Electrical / RCDD Engineer Department: Healthcare Engineering Role Type: Full-time (In-office with flexibility) Location: Raleigh, NC About the Company: Apogee Consulting Group was established in 1999 to bridge the gap between architectural design and practical engineering. Specialized in healthcare architecture and engineering, we serve clients in 44 states. Our culture is built on effortless collaboration, innovation, and project ownership, ensuring that all disciplines work together toward a unified design goal. About the Position: We are looking for a highly motivated Electrical/RCDD Engineer to lead the research, development, and production of electrical and low-voltage construction drawings. This is a critical role that blends high-level power distribution design with Information Communications Technology (ICT) expertise. You will act as a subject matter expert on complex healthcare initiatives, ensuring our novel designs improve client lives while remaining on time and under budget. Key Responsibilities Full-Cycle Design: Drive the design process from initial concept through conclusion, ensuring all electrical and ICT systems meet rigorous quality and performance standards. Healthcare Systems Design: Develop specialized hospital systems including emergency generators, UPS systems, and automatic transfer switches (ATS). Low-Voltage & ICT: Design and review ICT system specifications, including material requirements, installation techniques, and performance criteria in accordance with ANSI/TIA standards. Technical Analysis: Perform complex electrical engineering tasks including arc-flash computations, short-circuit calculations, breaker coordination, and medium-voltage distribution design. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all designs comply with NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 72 (Fire Alarm), and local building norms. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with architects and other engineering disciplines to seamlessly integrate power, lighting, and low-voltage systems into the building architecture. Mentorship: Provide clear instructions and constructive feedback to junior engineers and designers, fostering a team environment of continuous learning and professional growth. Required Qualifications Licensure: Current Professional Engineer (PE) License and RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) License are both required. Registration: NCEES Registration is required. Experience: Minimum 6 years of experience in the A/E industry, with at least 2 years as a licensed professional. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office Suite. Logistics: U.S. Citizenship is required (Federal Contractor status); ability to travel up to 20% based on project needs. Preferred Qualifications Sector Expertise: Proven experience in healthcare-specific projects is highly preferred. Additional Certifications: LEED, CEM (Certified Energy Manager), or LC (Lighting Certified) credentials. Benefits & Growth Vacation: Up to five weeks of vacation, depending on experience level. Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision with company assistance; free short- and long-term disability and life insurance. Financial: Company-matched 401(k), HSA/FSA options, and professional license bonuses. Wellness: 8 paid holidays plus a "Birthday Floating Holiday" and an Employee Assistance Program. Development: Continued educational reimbursement with manager approval.