Electrical Engineer – Building Design

Michael Baker International

. Participate in the design and development of electrical construction documents, including layouts, details, and specifications .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Electrical Engineering with a focus on designing and developing electrical systems, including power distribution and lighting. Proficient in using Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD for construction documentation and skilled in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Licensed Professional EngineerAutodesk Revit ProficiencyAutoCAD ProficiencyElectrical System DesignBuilding Information Modeling (BIM) Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringPower Distribution DesignLighting System DesignConstruction DocumentationAdvanced Analysis and CalculationsTechnical Specification EditingSite InspectionMicro-Grid Design

Soft Skills

Effective Visual CommunicationEffective Verbal CommunicationCollaboration with Disciplines

Tools & Technologies

Autodesk RevitAutoCADSKMEasyPowerAGI32Elumtools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringLicensed Professional Engineer

Industry Keywords

Building Information ModelingConstruction StandardsGovernment StandardsMilitary Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in the design and development of electrical construction documents, including layouts, details, and specifications
Engineer complete building systems, including lighting, power distribution, and specialty electrical systems
Collaborate with architects, interior designers, civil engineers, and other disciplines
Engage with clients, support proposal development, and contribute to business growth
Perform advanced analysis, calculations, and design evaluations for electrical power and lighting systems
Use Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD to produce construction drawings and design electrical systems
Review project requirements and coordinate design strategies with other disciplines
Participate in client meetings, assess project needs, present design concepts, and adjust plans
Communicate technical and program information to team members, management, and clients
Define scope of work, conduct site inspections, and ensure quality and compliance
Coordinate or perform field work to gather data and verify existing conditions
Maintain knowledge of government, military, and industry standards
Conduct internal technical reviews and quality control checks
Edit and review technical specifications and contribute written project narratives
Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and perform construction site visits
Prepare design fee estimates for proposals and RFPs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a focus on Electrical Engineering
5 years of related experience
Licensed Professional Engineer Required
Effective visual/verbal communication skills
Proficient understanding of inter-relationships among design/engineering disciplines, clients, and construction
Extensive experience in Autodesk Revit/AutoCAD
Engineering software experience with SKM, EasyPower, AGI32, or Elumtools (preferred)
Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) (preferred)
Micro-Grid Design experience (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

World-class learning and development
Internal training leading to career advancement
Structured mentoring
Support for professional development
Management and technical career paths
Hybrid work option between remote work and the Boston (Waltham) office
Equal employment opportunity
Drug-free workplace
Pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks