Electrical Designer
$65,000–$85,000 year
On-siteDenver, Colorado, United States or Bozeman, Montana, United States
Job Summary
Produce electrical design drawings in Revit and AutoCAD, including lighting plans, power layouts, panel schedules, and one-line diagrams, from initial design through QC review and permit-ready document sets. Perform electrical calculations including load calculations, conductor and breaker sizing, voltage drop analysis, and panel sizing to support accurate and code-compliant designs. Interpret client prototypes and standards to adapt designs for specific store locations, aligning client requirements with site conditions and local code compliance. Coordinate with Engineers of Record and fellow designers throughout the design process, incorporating redline comments and advancing drawings through multiple QC rounds to final sign-off. Support construction administration by responding to RFIs, reviewing permitting comments, and coordinating design changes with contractors and engineering team members. Conduct occasional site surveys and field walks to document existing conditions that inform remodel designs.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in electrical building design
- Proficiency in Revit for electrical modeling
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD
- Working knowledge of NEC requirements, including branch circuit design, panel schedules, conductor sizing, and load calculations
- Familiarity with lighting design fundamentals, including IES footcandle standards and lighting controls
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
- Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Experience with retail or commercial building projects, including large-format or big-box retail
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or intent to pursue the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
- Experience with SKM power analysis software, Bluebeam, or footcandle calculation tools such as AGi32 or similar
- Experience with refrigeration electrical systems or advanced building automation systems
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