Electrical Project Engineer

Electrical Project Engineer

Medford, OR

At AKS, we are growing and building for the future. We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference. Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands-on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on. We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other's growth, and look ahead to what's next. When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Project Engineer with a focus on building systems. This role will be responsible for delivering electrical designs for commercial, institutional, industrial, and public infrastructure buildings. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to develop safe, code-compliant electrical systems and deliverables that meet client needs and project objectives.

What You'll Do

• Lead electrical design for building and structure projects including lighting, power distribution, low-voltage systems, and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Prepare comprehensive design deliverables including electrical plans, single-line diagrams, load calculations, panel schedules, lighting layouts/photometrics, and detailed construction drawings.
• Produce engineering reports, technical specifications, and permit-ready submittals.
• Coordinate electrical design with architectural, structural, mechanical, civil, and construction teams to ensure fully integrated project solutions.
• Communicate and coordinate with clients, architects, contractors, utilities, and authorities having jurisdiction.
• Provide technical support during design reviews, construction administration, and field phases to ensure successful project delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and support professional development within the electrical discipline.

Who You Are

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Electrical Engineering (Oregon and/or Washington).
• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional electrical design experience in buildings electrical system design.
• Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), local building codes, and industry standards.
• Proficiency with electrical design tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, and/or similar software.
• Excellent analytical, technical, and communication skills with a commitment to quality and collaboration.
• You have a "Do what needs to be done" mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly.

Nice To Have

• Experience with power system studies (short circuit, arc flash), renewable energy integration, and advanced lighting/control system design.
• Prior consulting experience and client interaction.

Why AKS?

At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:

• Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
• Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
• Respect for Your Time: We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
• Benefits That Care: You'll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
• Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together.
• Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
• A Place People Love to Work: We've been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year.

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates initiative, and is committed to doing things the right way for our employees, clients, and communities.