Electrical Design Engineer
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Key details
- Salary
- $115K–$150K/yr
- Location
- Renton, WA, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Senior
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 7–10 yrs
- Function
- Hardware, mechanical & civil engineering
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 23h ago
Skills
autocadbimcadconstruction administrationelectrical designelectrical systemsengineering drawingsetaplighting designlow-voltage systemsnecpower distributionproject managementrevit
About the role
Electrical Design Engineer
Employment Type: Full-time
Level: Mid-Level
Office Location: Renton, WA
Work Schedule: In office Monday through Friday
Salary Range: $115,000-$150,000. This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance and are not guaranteed.
Position Overview
CMTA, a Legence company, is seeking a Mid-Level Electrical Design Engineer with 7+ years of consulting engineering experience to join our Renton, WA office. This role designs electrical systems for energy-efficient buildings and complex infrastructure projects and works closely with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and other design disciplines.
The ideal candidate has a strong technical background with experience in new construction and modernization projects. Experience with education facilities, particularly K-12 projects, is highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Technical Execution
Design electrical systems for new construction and modernization projects, including power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, emergency power, UPS, renewable energy, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
Develop lighting designs, including fixture selection, layouts, photometric calculations, and lighting controls.
Prepare electrical schematics, single-line and riser diagrams, technical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
Design low- and medium-voltage infrastructure and electrical equipment replacement projects, including substations, switchboards, transformers, and panelboards.
Perform arc flash, coordination, short circuit, voltage drop, and load flow calculations using ETAP/SKM.
Conduct field surveys, document existing conditions, and prepare site assessment reports.
Apply NEC, Washington Codes, Energy Standards, and CAD/BIM standards using AutoCAD and Revit.
Project & Cross-Discipline Coordination
Lead electrical design for small to medium-sized projects from pre-design through construction administration.
Coordinate with architectural, mechanical, plumbing, telecom, civil, structural, and other disciplines to deliver coordinated, constructible solutions.
Manage design responsibilities and deliverables to support project schedules, quality standards, and client expectations.
Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors to resolve technical and project issues.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong client relationships through responsive communication and technically sound solutions.
Translate client and project requirements into effective electrical designs.
Serve as a technical resource throughout design and construction.
Leadership & Resource Management
Provide technical guidance, knowledge sharing, and mentorship to emerging professionals.
Support continuous improvement, collaboration, accountability, and high-quality project delivery.
Construction Administration
Respond to RFIs and review contractor submittals and shop drawings for conformance with contract documents, design intent, and applicable codes.
Collaborate with contractors and field teams to resolve construction issues.
Participate in punch walks, prepare punch lists, and verify completed systems align with design intent.
Desired Skills and Experience
Education & Credentials
Required
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Preferred
EIT.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience
Required
7+ years of consulting engineering experience.
Electrical design experience with new construction and modernization projects.
Demonstrated ability to lead electrical design projects.
Hands-on lighting design experience, including fixture selection, lighting layouts, photometric calculations, and lighting controls.
Highly Preferred
Experience with education facilities, particularly K-12 projects.
Preferred
Project management experience.
Technical & Professional Skills
Experience with NEC, AutoCAD, ETAP/SKM, and Revit.
Working knowledge of National Electrical Code, Washington Codes, and Energy Standards.
Strong knowledge of power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, emergency power, UPS, renewable energy, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
Strong client-facing communication, coordination, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, collaborative, reliable, and responsive.
Additional Notes
Employment Type: Full-time
Level: Mid-Level
Office Location: Renton, WA
Work Schedule: In office Monday through Friday
Salary Range: $115,000-$150,000
Bonus: This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance and are not guaranteed.
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Employment Type: Full-time
Level: Mid-Level
Office Location: Renton, WA
Work Schedule: In office Monday through Friday
Salary Range: $115,000-$150,000. This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance and are not guaranteed.
Position Overview
CMTA, a Legence company, is seeking a Mid-Level Electrical Design Engineer with 7+ years of consulting engineering experience to join our Renton, WA office. This role designs electrical systems for energy-efficient buildings and complex infrastructure projects and works closely with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and other design disciplines.
The ideal candidate has a strong technical background with experience in new construction and modernization projects. Experience with education facilities, particularly K-12 projects, is highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Technical Execution
Design electrical systems for new construction and modernization projects, including power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, emergency power, UPS, renewable energy, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
Develop lighting designs, including fixture selection, layouts, photometric calculations, and lighting controls.
Prepare electrical schematics, single-line and riser diagrams, technical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
Design low- and medium-voltage infrastructure and electrical equipment replacement projects, including substations, switchboards, transformers, and panelboards.
Perform arc flash, coordination, short circuit, voltage drop, and load flow calculations using ETAP/SKM.
Conduct field surveys, document existing conditions, and prepare site assessment reports.
Apply NEC, Washington Codes, Energy Standards, and CAD/BIM standards using AutoCAD and Revit.
Project & Cross-Discipline Coordination
Lead electrical design for small to medium-sized projects from pre-design through construction administration.
Coordinate with architectural, mechanical, plumbing, telecom, civil, structural, and other disciplines to deliver coordinated, constructible solutions.
Manage design responsibilities and deliverables to support project schedules, quality standards, and client expectations.
Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors to resolve technical and project issues.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong client relationships through responsive communication and technically sound solutions.
Translate client and project requirements into effective electrical designs.
Serve as a technical resource throughout design and construction.
Leadership & Resource Management
Provide technical guidance, knowledge sharing, and mentorship to emerging professionals.
Support continuous improvement, collaboration, accountability, and high-quality project delivery.
Construction Administration
Respond to RFIs and review contractor submittals and shop drawings for conformance with contract documents, design intent, and applicable codes.
Collaborate with contractors and field teams to resolve construction issues.
Participate in punch walks, prepare punch lists, and verify completed systems align with design intent.
Desired Skills and Experience
Education & Credentials
Required
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Preferred
EIT.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience
Required
7+ years of consulting engineering experience.
Electrical design experience with new construction and modernization projects.
Demonstrated ability to lead electrical design projects.
Hands-on lighting design experience, including fixture selection, lighting layouts, photometric calculations, and lighting controls.
Highly Preferred
Experience with education facilities, particularly K-12 projects.
Preferred
Project management experience.
Technical & Professional Skills
Experience with NEC, AutoCAD, ETAP/SKM, and Revit.
Working knowledge of National Electrical Code, Washington Codes, and Energy Standards.
Strong knowledge of power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, emergency power, UPS, renewable energy, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
Strong client-facing communication, coordination, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, collaborative, reliable, and responsive.
Additional Notes
Employment Type: Full-time
Level: Mid-Level
Office Location: Renton, WA
Work Schedule: In office Monday through Friday
Salary Range: $115,000-$150,000
Bonus: This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance and are not guaranteed.
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