Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical Engineer – MEP Consulting

Experience Level: 5–10 Years
Full-Time | Engineering & Consulting

Dallas, TX

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join a growing MEP engineering team and take a key role in the design and delivery of building electrical systems. This is an opportunity for an engineer who enjoys meaningful project ownership, technical problem-solving, and working collaboratively with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical design for commercial, institutional, healthcare, education, industrial, or mixed-use buildings , along with hands-on experience using Revit and a solid understanding of electrical codes and industry standards.

What You'll Do

• Design electrical systems for new construction, renovations, and complex building projects.
• Develop electrical construction documents, specifications, one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and equipment schedules.
• Perform electrical load calculations, voltage drop calculations, short-circuit calculations, and equipment sizing.
• Design power distribution, lighting, emergency/standby power, and life safety systems .
• Develop lighting layouts and perform lighting calculations and controls design.
• Design and coordinate fire alarm, telecommunications, security, and other low-voltage systems as applicable.
• Utilize Revit and AutoCAD to develop coordinated electrical drawings and documentation.
• Apply NEC, NFPA, energy codes, and applicable local building codes to project designs.
• Coordinate electrical systems with mechanical, plumbing, structural, architectural, and civil disciplines.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate directly with clients, architects, contractors, and project teams.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and construction documents.
• Conduct site visits and field investigations as needed.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Support project managers with budgets, schedules, proposals, and project delivery.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program.
• 5–10 years of electrical engineering/design experience , preferably within an MEP consulting environment.
• Strong experience designing electrical systems for commercial or institutional buildings.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD .
• Strong understanding of NEC and applicable building/energy codes .
• Experience with power distribution, lighting, life safety, and electrical calculations.
• Ability to independently manage design tasks and contribute to projects from concept through construction.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• PE license or active pursuit of licensure preferred , but not required.
• Experience mentoring junior staff or leading portions of projects is a plus.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role is designed for an engineer who is ready to move beyond simply producing drawings and take greater ownership of projects, clients, and technical decisions .

You'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of building projects, collaborate with experienced professionals across multiple disciplines, and continue developing both your technical and project-management skills.

Whether you're an experienced Electrical Engineer looking to take the next step toward Project Engineer, Senior Engineer, or Project Manager , or a PE looking for a stronger platform to grow, this position offers room to build a long-term career.

Additional Information

• Full-time position
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative, technically focused engineering environment
• Diverse project portfolio
• Opportunity to work with experienced engineers and project leaders