Electrical Engineer – Building Design

Michael Baker International

Electrical Engineer designing electrical systems for impactful building projects at Michael Baker International. Collaborating across disciplines and influencing the design process in a remote role.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeRemote • Rhode Island • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $107,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

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—lighting, power distribution, and specialty electrical systems—across a variety of project types.
Collaborate with architects, interior designers, civil engineers, and other disciplines to deliver integrated building solutions.
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, including device layouts, circuiting, lighting, and panel schedules.
Review project requirements and coordinate with other disciplines to refine design strategies and respond to evolving project conditions.
Participate in client meetings, assess project needs, present design concepts, and adjust plans to meet client expectations.
Communicate technical and program information clearly to team members, management, and clients.
Define scope of work, conduct site inspections, and ensure quality and compliance throughout the design process.
Coordinate or perform field work to gather data and verify existing conditions.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of government, military, and industry standards.
Conduct internal technical reviews and quality control checks on project deliverables.
Maintain strong communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Edit and review technical specifications and contribute written narratives for project documentation.
Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and perform site visits during construction.
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
Possess a proficient understanding of inter-relationships among design/engineering disciplines, clients, and construction
Extensive experience in Autodesk Revit/AutoCAD

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical construction documentsbuilding systems designadvanced analysisdesign evaluationslighting systemspower distributioncircuitingdevice layoutspanel schedules

Soft Skills

collaborationclient engagementcommunicationproposal developmentquality controltechnical reviewscope definitionsite inspectionpresentation skills

Certifications

Licensed Professional Engineer