Electrical Designer

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4 Locations
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Professional Services • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Support the design and development of building electrical systems across all project phases. Prepare drawings, specifications, calculations, and coordinated construction documents for power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems. Use CAD/BIM tools, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support construction administration, and incorporate quality feedback while developing technical skills under senior engineer guidance.
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Job Description

The Electrical Designer supports the design and development of electrical building systems throughout all phases of project delivery. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, this role is responsible for preparing electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, and design documentation while applying engineering principles, applicable codes, and industry standards.

The Electrical Designer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to develop coordinated, constructible electrical systems for power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems. This position also supports construction administration activities and contributes to continuous improvement by incorporating quality feedback and refining design deliverables.

Supervisory Responsibilities
  • This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

  • Works under the direction and mentorship of licensed electrical engineers and project leadership.

  • May provide peer support and knowledge sharing with junior team members as experience develops.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, and design documentation throughout all phases of project delivery under the guidance of senior engineers.

  • Develop electrical system layouts for power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems using applicable engineering principles, codes, and standards.

  • Perform basic electrical engineering calculations, including load calculations, panel schedules, circuiting, and equipment layouts under the guidance of senior engineers.

  • Produce coordinated construction documents, single-line diagrams, lighting plans, power plans, and supporting electrical design documentation.

  • Utilize CAD and Building Information Modeling (BIM) software to create and coordinate accurate 2D drawings and 3D electrical models.

  • Collaborate with electrical engineers, architects, designers, and other disciplines to develop coordinated and constructible electrical system designs.

  • Support construction administration activities by reviewing shop drawings, responding to Requests for Information (RFIs), participating in site visits, and assisting with field coordination.

  • Incorporate quality control feedback and review comments to improve the accuracy, coordination, and constructability of electrical deliverables.

  • Participate in project coordination meetings and contribute to successful multidisciplinary project execution.

  • Engage in continuous learning and professional development to expand technical knowledge and engineering capabilities.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) required.

  • 2+ years of experience in electrical design or building systems engineering required.

  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.

  • Active NCEES Record for future Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.

  • Working knowledge of electrical building systems, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems.

  • Proficiency with CAD and BIM software used for electrical design and multidisciplinary coordination.

  • Familiarity with applicable electrical codes, engineering standards, and construction documentation practices.

  • Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple assignments while working effectively within a multidisciplinary project team.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2+ years of experience in electrical design or building systems engineering
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
  • Working knowledge of electrical building systems including power distribution, lighting, grounding, and low-voltage systems
  • Proficiency with CAD and BIM software for electrical design and multidisciplinary coordination
  • Familiarity with applicable electrical codes, engineering standards, and construction documentation practices
  • Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and collaboration skills
  • Active NCEES Record for future Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
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The Company
HQ: Redwood City, CA
9,075 Employees
Year Founded: 1990

What We Do

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor and construction manager specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets.

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