Electrical Engineer (Building Design)

Michael Baker International is seeking a passionate and detail-driven Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team in Providence, RI. In this role, you’ll lead the design and documentation of electrical systems for a wide range of impactful building projects, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions.

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

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
• Engineering software experience (SKM, EasyPower, AGI32, or Elumtools)
• Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Micro-Grid Design experience