Electrical Engineer - Mission Critical

HED is an inclusive, integrated architecture and engineering practice seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to independently own portions of project design, documentation, and coordination. The role supports electrical project delivery from concept through construction, including calculations, code research, QAQC, multidisciplinary coordination, client interaction, and emerging mentorship.

Responsibilities

Lead design development and electrical calculations for assigned electrical systems across schematic, design development, and construction document phases

Independently perform lighting and power load calculations, feeder sizing, short circuit studies, and NEC compliance checks with minimal input

Prepare technical documentation for electrical systems, including system descriptions, Division 26 specifications, equipment schedules, and redline markups

Develop and review electrical system layouts in Revit—including power, lighting, fire alarm, and single-line diagrams—in coordination with architectural and structural backgrounds

Coordinate electrical design with internal disciplines (mechanical, plumbing, lighting, sustainability) and external consultants (e.g., low voltage, civil) to resolve design conflicts

Review and respond to electrical RFIs and submittals, with support from senior engineers as needed

Perform field verification for electrical conditions, assist with punch walks, and participate in electrical construction observation visits

Participate in early-phase project design strategy discussions and support electrical discipline leads with technical input

Engage in internal QAQC processes and perform peer reviews of electrical drawings and documentation for code compliance and drafting consistency

Begin mentoring electrical designers and interns on software use, modeling best practices, documentation standards, and calculation basics

Participate in internal and external project meetings, and support the preparation of agendas, meeting minutes, and follow-up documentation with a focus on electrical scope

Track and manage hours on assigned electrical work and assist in project planning discussions regarding scope and resource allocation

Preferred

An understanding of the financial status of projects as they progress, development of cost budgets for projects, value of client relationships and be able to deliver projects with a focus on the quality is preferred

Financial Analysis

Cost Budgeting

Project Quality Management

Client Relationship Management

Benefits

Hybrid work model, including the freedom to work from home, with regular in-office days to connect with teammates and build culture

Company

Integrated architecture, engineering, consulting, and planning design firm

Royal Oak, Michigan, USA

http://hed.design/

Founded in 1908

201-500 employees

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent required

P.E. licensure required

5+ years in the AEC Industry required along with previous experience developing electrical solutions for Data Centers - required

Written and verbal communication skills commensurate with the position required

Strong organizational skills required

Revit experience required

Experience with computers, specifically for word processing, spreadsheet use/creation and email required

Detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, flexible and curious personalities required

Ability to work well with others under deadline situations required

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Must be able to effectively communicate in writing and verbally via phone, video conferencing, and in-person

Visual acuity to perform responsibilities

An understanding of the financial status of projects as they progress, development of cost budgets for projects, value of client relationships and be able to deliver projects with a focus on the quality is preferred

5+ years in the AEC Industry required along with previous experience developing electrical solutions for Data Centers - required.

Required skills

Professional Engineer (P.E.) Licensure, Data Center Electrical Engineering, Revit, Electrical Load Calculations, Short Circuit Studies, NEC Compliance, Electrical Systems Design

Experience

5+ years