Electrical Designer

DPR Construction

Electrical Designer supporting design and development of electrical systems for projects at DPR Construction. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure constructible electrical designs.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeAustin • Arizona, Maryland, North Carolina, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible working hours
Paid time off
Opportunities for professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

Electrical Drawings PreparationElectrical CalculationsLoad CalculationsPanel SchedulesCircuitingEquipment LayoutsConstruction DocumentationSingle-Line DiagramsLighting PlansPower Plans

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Certifications

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) CertificationActive NCEES Record