Electrical Engineer / Electrical Designer

We are looking for a driven Electrical Engineer or Electrical Designer to contribute to a growing portfolio of commercial building design projects in Columbus, Ohio. This full-time role provides an opportunity to begin in a technical design capacity while developing the skills needed to progress into Project Engineer or Project Manager responsibilities over time.

The ideal candidate has experience designing electrical systems for commercial, office, retail, healthcare, or institutional buildings, along with a solid understanding of building infrastructure and collaborative engineering workflows. This position offers exposure to diverse projects and provides a supportive environment for professional growth within the engineering design field.

Key Responsibilities

Design electrical systems for commercial, office, retail, healthcare, and institutional facilities

Develop and coordinate power distribution systems, grounding, lighting layouts, and control systems

Prepare electrical drawings including schematics, panel schedules, and construction documentation

Work closely with architects, mechanical engineers, structural engineers, and project teams to ensure coordinated design solutions

Conduct site visits and field investigations to review existing conditions and verify project requirements

Apply National Electrical Code (NEC) standards and industry best practices to electrical designs

Prepare and update electrical specifications and technical documentation

Maintain productive relationships with internal teams, clients, and manufacturer representatives

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred

Experience in commercial building electrical system design

Proficiency with AutoCAD (Revit experience preferred but not required)

Familiarity with electrical equipment, materials, and system components used in building design

Basic understanding of electrical calculations and building system analysis

Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting healthcare or large-scale commercial projects

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or interest in pursuing professional licensure

Knowledge of lighting control systems, emergency power systems, and energy-efficient design strategies

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance coverage through a major PPO network

401(k) retirement plan with 3% Safe Harbor employer contribution

Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation and company-recognized holidays

Continuing education support and professional development opportunities

Participation in industry conferences, training programs, and networking events

Opportunity to work on high-quality commercial design projects in Columbus, OH within a collaborative engineering environment

If you are an Electrical Engineer or Electrical Designer seeking to build your career in commercial building systems design, this opportunity in Columbus, OH offers strong technical exposure and long-term growth potential.

Apply directly to be considered for immediate review.