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Electrical Engineer (Building Design)
Location
United States
Posted
79 days ago
Salary
$107K - $140K / year
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
Electrical Engineer (Building Design)
Michael Baker International
INTEGRATED DESIGN and ADVISORY The Integrated Design and Advisory business vertical is one of the business verticals at Michael Baker International with more than 850 professional located across the country. Established as a national professional and consulting services delivery platform, we unite architecture and engineering design expertise with strategic advisory services to deliver holistic and innovative solutions that address the business and project objectives of our clients. We serve clients across various sectors, including industrial, defense contractors, data centers, aerospace, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, aviation, rail and transit, and the federal government. Integrated Design leverages the early involvement of all project stakeholders and key disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural and fire protection engineering, as well as architecture and planning. Our Advisory capabilities include providing solutions across the project life cycle along with resilience services. This offering showcases the firm’s expertise in areas such as strategic consulting, planning, cybersecurity, building controls, cost management, commissioning, program management, construction support, building information modeling, digital twins, emergency response, disaster recovery, operational continuity, energy resiliency and more. Over the past 85 years, Michael Baker has built a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity as we partner with our clients to solve complex built environment and critical infrastructure challenges. We have achieved success as a company by employing a solutions-oriented mindset and continually evolving our capabilities to best serve our clients. The Integrated Design and Advisory business vertical supports our long-term growth strategy, enhanced capabilities and unique areas of expertise that focus on high performance buildings, intelligent systems and critical infrastructure. We are focused on a holistic approach, informed decision-making and innovative solutions for our clients. This supports our goal to aggressively pursue, win and execute large, complex projects for government and private sector clients, as well as expand into new markets. JOB DESCRIPTION Michael Baker International is seeking a passionate and detail-driven Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team in Boston, MA. This job will allow the flexibility to work remotely. In this role, you’ll lead the design and documentation of electrical systems for a wide range of impactful building projects—from federal and Department of Defense initiatives to healthcare, data centers, higher education, and industrial facilities. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of architects, interior designers, civil engineers, and building systems professionals to deliver innovative, high-performance solutions. This is a hands-on opportunity to influence every stage of the design process while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. We’re looking for someone with strong organizational skills, deep technical expertise, and a passion for constructability and quality. If you're ready to take on complex challenges and help shape the future of building systems, we’d love to hear from you. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES - 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. FUTURE GROWTH - We are committed to the growth of our personnel and we support this with world-class learning and development, including internal training that leads to career advancement, structured mentoring, and support for professional development - As your knowledge and capabilities increase, you will be able to explore our management and technical career paths PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS - 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 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Engineering software experience (SKM, EasyPower, AGI32, or Elumtools) - Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) - Micro-Grid Design experience WORKPLACE FLEXIBILITY This is a remote role, however, the selected candidate will have the option to work in the Boston (Waltham, MA) office. COMPENSATION The approximate compensation range for this position is $107,000 - $140,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillet, and physical work location. BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: - 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 #LI-REMOTE #LI-KR1 Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity. Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous. We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life. We Make a Difference. Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination. *It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. *There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
Job Requirements
- 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
- 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.
Benefits
- 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
- Future Growth
- We are committed to the growth of our personnel and we support this with world-class learning and development, including internal training that leads to career advancement, structured mentoring, and support for professional development. As your knowledge and capabilities increase, you will be able to explore our management and technical career paths.
- Workplace Flexibility
- This is a remote role; however, the selected candidate will have the option to work in the Boston (Waltham, MA) office.
- Compensation
- The approximate compensation range for this position is $107,000 - $140,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
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