Electrical Design Engineer (MEP / Commercial Buildings)

The Electrical Design Engineer role focuses on creating electrical distribution, power, and lighting designs for commercial building projects. This is an on-site position in Columbus, OH, supporting integrated MEP design work using AutoCAD and Revit.

Role Responsibilities

• Design electrical distribution, power, and lighting systems for commercial building projects.
• Prepare electrical drawings, technical specifications, cost estimates, and construction documentation.
• Develop and coordinate electrical designs using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver integrated building solutions.
• Apply applicable Ohio building and electrical codes to support safe, compliant designs.
• Support electrical engineering project coordination, design reviews, and technical problem-solving.
• Contribute to delivery from initial design through construction documentation while maintaining quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of electrical engineering or electrical design experience.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and lighting design for commercial buildings.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience preparing electrical drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Familiarity with Ohio electrical codes and building design requirements.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of commercial building electrical systems and lighting design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Revit.

Preferred Qualifications

• Consulting engineering or MEP design experience.
• Ohio Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred, not required).

Tools and Technologies

• AutoCAD
• Revit
• Microsoft Office

Compensation and Location

Location: Columbus, OH (in-person / on-site)

Salary: USD 80,000 - 120,000 per year

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) benefits
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan

Application Questions

• Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain.
• This role is on-site at the Columbus, OH, location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
• In what city/state do you currently reside?
• What base salary range would you need to make a move? Keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience.

License / Certification

• Ohio Professional Engineer (PE) license: preferred