Electrical Engineer- Buildings

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Electrical Engineer- Buildings

Richmond, Virginia

As part of the Buildings team for Garver, this Electrical Engineer will be responsible for assessing existing facilities and developing electrical designs in support of various Buildings projects. Specifically, this responsibility will include a variety of projects related to investigating, planning, design, and commissioning of:

• Existing facilities components and systems
• Facility electrical, lighting, telecommunications, security, and fire alarm systems
  
  
  

In addition, this role will include coordination with other support disciplines and coordination with regional offices. Assisting project managers in the management of projects. Following quality assurance and quality control plans. Travel to project locations will be required.

Abilities and attributes needed for this position:

• Ability to communicate with and interact with building owner representatives and architectural clients
• Participate in client relations and project pursuits
• Knowledge of building components and systems
• Knowledge of electrical engineering and sustainability principles
• Utilizing CAD and BIM design software to produce construction drawings
• Ability to perform electrical related calculations
• Utilize Microsoft Excel-based calculation tools for design calculations
• Manage multiple assignments concurrently
• Be responsible for time management and product quality
• Keep accurate and up-to-date project accounting on all assigned projects
• Follow Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plans
• Be responsible for continuing education and learning based on project needs, as well as the overall needs of the team
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or architectural engineering with an electrical focus from an ABET-accredited university of college.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
• 5 to 15 years of building design and construction industry experience
• Proven experience overseeing electrical designs, including detailed plans and specifications for building projects
• Technically competent in building electrical systems including power distribution systems, lighting systems, and telecommunications systems.
• Experience with Autodesk Revit
• Must have strong communication skills
• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite
  
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Worked as an engineer sub-consultant to architectural building design firms
  
  
  

Projected Compensation Range $80,000-$120,000

Applications are anticipated to close on December 1, 2026, but may be extended based on business needs.

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Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.

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