Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical Engineer Design the Future. Lead Meaningful Projects. Build Your Career.

Are you an Electrical Engineer who's ready for more than drafting plans and checking boxes?

We're looking for a driven engineer who wants to take ownership of projects, work directly with clients, and help shape the future of a growing engineering firm. This is an opportunity to have a real voice in project delivery, expand your leadership skills, and work alongside a collaborative team on impactful commercial and industrial projects.

If you're looking for a place where your contributions matter and your career can accelerate, we'd love to talk.

What You'll Be Doing

As a key member of our engineering team, you'll lead electrical design efforts from concept to completion while serving as a trusted technical resource for clients and project teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of electrical building systems through all phases of a project lifecycle.
• Design power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems for a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial facilities.
• Prepare engineering calculations, specifications, construction documents, and detailed design packages using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Perform load calculations, equipment sizing, panel schedules, and system coordination.
• Conduct site visits, facility assessments, and field investigations to support project development.
• Review RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings while partnering closely with construction teams.
• Collaborate with architects, owners, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver successful projects.
• Participate in quality control reviews and technical design coordination.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers while contributing to the growth of the team.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining high standards for quality, budget, and schedule performance.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience designing electrical systems for buildings within an MEP environment.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems, lighting design, fire alarm systems, and applicable codes including NEC and NFPA.
• Ability to independently produce complete electrical design packages, including plans, one-line diagrams, and panel schedules.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Stand Out Even More With

• EIT certification or active pursuit of PE licensure.
• Experience with sustainable design, energy-efficient buildings, or renewable energy projects.
• A passion for problem-solving, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Previous experience mentoring junior team members or leading project efforts.

Why Engineers Choose Us

We're not just building projects. We're building careers.

Our team combines the stability of an established firm with the energy and opportunity of a growing organization. You'll gain direct exposure to clients, meaningful project responsibility, and a clear path toward technical and leadership advancement.

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

Direct client interaction and project leadership opportunities

Clear growth path toward senior engineering and leadership roles

Diverse project portfolio across multiple industries and facility types

Half-day remote Fridays for added flexibility

New, modern office space coming soon

Strong team culture with company-sponsored outings, lake days, go-karting, paintball, and social events

Collaborative environment where expertise is valued and ideas are heard

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're looking for a role where you can make an immediate impact, work on challenging projects, and grow into a future leadership position, we'd love to connect.

Join a team where your engineering expertise drives projects forward and your career keeps moving upward.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Huntersville, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

· Opportunity to grow with a small, expanding engineering firm · Opportunity to grow into a leadership role within the electrical department · Direct involvement with projects and clients · Flexible/hybrid work schedule with work-from-home Fridays · Medical, dental, and vision coverage · 401(k) with profit sharing · Discretionary bonuses throughout the year · Continuing education and professional development · Frequent volunteer and community involvement opportunities

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Huntersville, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Huntersville,NC.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.