Senior Electrical Designer

Kingscott Associates

Senior Electrical Designer specializing in designing electrical systems for K-12 and commercial projects. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects that meet client needs and industry standards.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeRemote • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design of electrical power, lighting, life safety and security systems for commercial and K-12 educational buildings
Develop detailed electrical drawings, schematics, one-line diagrams and specifications
Ensure designs comply with all applicable codes, standards, and regulations
Manage electrical engineering projects from concept through completion
Coordinate with architects, mechanical engineers, and other stakeholders
Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery
Provide technical guidance and expertise in the selection of electrical power and lighting systems, life safety systems and security systems and components
Conduct detailed site inspections and assessments to ensure design feasibility and compliance
Perform load calculations, lighting calculations, short-circuit analysis, arc flash hazard and other engineering calculations as needed
Specify lighting controls and luminaire selections
Ensure lighting designs meet current standards and the clients’ needs
Specify and size standby power systems
Specify auxiliary systems, including fire alarm systems and access control
Integrate with CCTV and other low voltage systems design consultants
Support review of quality control checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of designs
Address and help resolve any technical issues that arise during construction
Interface with clients to understand project requirements and provide technical solutions
Support the preparation and presentation of project proposals, reports, and technical documentation
Ensure client satisfaction through effective communication and project management.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Architectural Engineering or a related field
Minimum of 15 years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably with prior K-12 design experience
Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex projects
Demonstrated creative thinking, design ability, and technical proficiency
Proficient in electrical design software and lighting design calculation software; required
Proficient in Revit; required
Strong understanding of electrical codes, standards, and regulations
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong and effective communication skills, interpersonal skills, and active listening skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
Knowledge of Bluebeam; preferred
Strong organizational and time management skills; with attention to detail
Ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
Ability and willingness to travel 30 – 40% of time throughout the State of Michigan to client/project sites as needed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Collaborative environment and ability to work with all levels of the organization
Variety of work tasks and experiences – no two days will ever be the same
Opportunity to gain valuable experience and exposure to help us meet needs

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical designlighting designload calculationsshort-circuit analysisarc flash hazard analysislighting controls specificationstandby power systems specificationfire alarm systems specificationaccess control systems specificationCCTV integration

Soft Skills

project managementproblem-solvinganalytical skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsactive listeningorganizational skillstime managementattention to detailcreative thinking

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineeringBachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering