Electrical Engineer

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 & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Huntersville, NC. Pay and BenefitsThe 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 & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Huntersville, NC. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis 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.

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