Electrical Engineer
Full-time
Optima Engineering
At Optima Engineering , an employee-owned MEP engineering consulting firm, we focus on delivering high-quality mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology design solutions for buildings across the Southeast. Our projects include higher education, municipal, K-12, and commercial facilities. We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Electrical Engineer to join our team and help us continue to provide thoughtful and efficient designs for our clients Requirements
Optima Engineering is a 30-year-old, employee-owned, multi-discipline engineering firm with offices in Charlotte, Raleigh, Asheville, and Greenville, South Carolina. We provide clients with comprehensive services—including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, technology/low voltage, lighting design, and commissioning—across diverse markets such as mission critical, education, healthcare, commercial, and government. Recognized four times by the Charlotte Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work , we take pride in fostering a people-first culture where collaboration, innovation, and professional growth thrive. Our mission is to deliver reliable, high-quality engineering solutions for our clients while creating a rewarding and supportive environment for our team. Benefit Highlights
To learn more about Optima Engineering, please visit . Optima Engineering is committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants — including individuals with disabilities and veterans — are encouraged to apply. Optima Engineering participates in the E-Verify employment authorization program. For more information, please click here.
- Required: Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in North Carolina
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in MEP building systems design for higher education, municipal, K-12, and/or commercial facilities.
- Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD required.
- Strong communication, coordination, and analytical skills.
- Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to develop electrical system designs from concept through construction.
- Design lighting, power distribution, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems that meet project requirements and codes.
- Prepare drawings, specifications, and calculations in Revit or AutoCAD.
- Perform load calculations, circuiting, panel schedules, and equipment sizing.
- Conduct field investigations, site observations, and existing system assessments.
- Review submittals, respond to RFIs, and provide construction administration support.
- Participate in interdisciplinary coordination and quality control reviews to ensure accurate, high-quality deliverables.
- Assist in mentoring junior staff and sharing technical expertise across the team.
- Strong understanding of electrical power distribution, lighting design, and fire alarm systems.
- Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (NEC, IES, NFPA, ASHRAE, etc.).
- Ability to produce complete electrical design packages including plans, one-lines, panel schedules, and details.
- Experience with short-circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies preferred.
- Knowledge of renewable energy and sustainable design principles a plus.
Optima Engineering is a 30-year-old, employee-owned, multi-discipline engineering firm with offices in Charlotte, Raleigh, Asheville, and Greenville, South Carolina. We provide clients with comprehensive services—including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, technology/low voltage, lighting design, and commissioning—across diverse markets such as mission critical, education, healthcare, commercial, and government. Recognized four times by the Charlotte Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work , we take pride in fostering a people-first culture where collaboration, innovation, and professional growth thrive. Our mission is to deliver reliable, high-quality engineering solutions for our clients while creating a rewarding and supportive environment for our team. Benefit Highlights
- Employee-Owned Company
- Flexible/Hybrid work schedules with early Fridays year-round
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; Flexible Spending Account; financial and estate planning assistance; and other additional benefits
- Multi-tiered Retirement Plan including Employer 401(k) contributions, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership (an additional retirement benefit funded entirely by the company)
- Discretionary bonuses throughout the year
- Ongoing education and professional development opportunities
- Frequent volunteer and community involvement opportunities
To learn more about Optima Engineering, please visit . Optima Engineering is committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants — including individuals with disabilities and veterans — are encouraged to apply. Optima Engineering participates in the E-Verify employment authorization program. For more information, please click here.
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