Senior Electrical Engineer – Buildings Design

Michael Baker International

. Design building electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, grounding, emergency power, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeMoon Township • Pennsylvania • United StatesSenior💰 $109,000 - $151,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing electrical systems for buildings, including power distribution, lighting, and emergency power, while ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards. Proficient in using Revit and AutoCAD for developing detailed electrical designs and technical documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical System DesignRevit ProficiencyAutoCAD ProficiencyProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseNational Electrical Code (NEC) Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Electrical Load CalculationsEquipment SizingLighting DesignPower Distribution SystemsTechnical Specifications PreparationEngineering CalculationsConstruction Drawings PreparationQuality Assurance ReviewsField InvestigationsConstruction Administration

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

SKMETAPEasyPower

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Commercial ProjectsInstitutional ProjectsIndustrial ProjectsHealthcare ProjectsHigher Education ProjectsFederal ProjectsMunicipal ProjectsNational Electrical Code (NEC)International Building Code (IBC)Energy Codes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design building electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, grounding, emergency power, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems
Prepare electrical engineering calculations, technical specifications, reports, and construction documents
Develop and maintain electrical designs using Revit and AutoCAD
Coordinate electrical system designs with architects, mechanical engineers, structural engineers, and other design disciplines
Participate in project planning, design development, construction document preparation, and construction administration activities
Conduct site visits, field investigations, and existing facility assessments
Support project managers in delivering projects on schedule and within budget
Review shop drawings, submittals, and contractor Requests for Information (RFIs)
Assist with quality assurance and quality control reviews of engineering deliverables
Participate in client meetings and provide technical support throughout project execution
Support the development of proposals, technical approaches, and project presentations as needed
Mentor junior engineers, designers, and EITs while contributing to a collaborative team environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited engineering program
7+ years of experience designing electrical systems for buildings and facilities
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Experience designing electrical systems for commercial, institutional, industrial, healthcare, higher education, federal, or municipal projects
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), International Building Code (IBC), energy codes, and industry standards
Experience preparing construction drawings, technical specifications, engineering calculations, and reports
Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD
Experience with electrical load calculations, equipment sizing, lighting design, and power distribution systems
Familiarity with SKM, ETAP, EasyPower, or similar electrical analysis software preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Construction administration experience, including shop drawing reviews and RFI responses, preferred
Federal, Department of Defense (DoD), industrial facility, or complex building project experience is a plus
Ability to travel occasionally to project sites and client locations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits