Electrical Designer III

Bernhard

. Designs and prepares drawings for electrical systems for building projects including conducting code review, lighting calculations, lighting and receptacle layout, one-line diagrams, branch circuit, feeder, and service calculations, fault current calculations, etc.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $37 - $49 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designs and prepares drawings for electrical systems for building projects including conducting code review, lighting calculations, lighting and receptacle layout, one-line diagrams, branch circuit, feeder, and service calculations, fault current calculations, etc.
Writes and edits electrical system specifications for building projects.
Attends meetings with owners, clients, and/or architects as needed.
Prepares and distributes meeting notes.
Conducts site surveys to determine existing facility conditions and proposed conditions.
Conducts project job site visits during construction to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications, owner expectations, and building codes.
Prepares punch lists and project observations reports to note findings.
Prepares Proposal Requests (PR’s) and Supplemental Instructions (SI’s), and Responds to Requests for Information (RFI’s).
Reviews project submittal documents and approves or rejects based upon compliance with project drawings and specifications.
Assists the design team in the coordination with other discipline including architectural, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, structural, civil, etc.
Mentors and assists in directing work of BIM/CAD Technicians and Electrical Designers in order to complete projects, and ensure quality control and professional development.
Performs energy calculations.
Manages small electrical design projects.
Assists the project manager in establishing and preparing budgets, cost estimates, project schedules, and project contracts.
Assists project manager with project billing.
Assists in establishing electrical design standards.
Participates in industry organizations and attends events, meetings, and activities.
Upholds TME’s owner advocacy philosophy and organizational core values.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2-year Technical Degree or Associates Degree in Electrical-Related Field, or an Electrical Program / Course / Classes at a Community College
4 – 10 years of experience as an electrical designer for an engineering or architectural/engineering design firm
5 – 10 years of experience with a Master or Journeyman Electrician License
7 - 10 years of experience as an electrician working for an Electrical Contractor
Must have experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Revit, and AutoCAD.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Detail oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast paced environment.
Well versed in the industry and the Company’s competitors.
Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to perform duties outside of scope of work when necessary.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical system designlighting calculationsfault current calculationsenergy calculationsproject managementbudget preparationcost estimationproject schedulingquality controlcode compliance

Soft Skills

effective communicationdetail orientedmultitaskingteam collaborationmentoringorganizational skillsowner advocacyprofessional developmentproblem solvingadaptability

Certifications

Master Electrician LicenseJourneyman Electrician LicenseTechnical Degree in Electrical FieldAssociates Degree in Electrical Field