What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Summit Construction Advisors?
Our client is seeking a technically strong and detail-oriented Electrical Engineer II to join its growing MEP engineering team in Houston. This firm is recognized for delivering thoughtful, high-quality electrical design solutions across complex commercial environments and for building long-term client partnerships grounded in trust and technical excellence.
You will join a collaborative engineering environment where accountability, mentorship, and professional growth are actively prioritized. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to impactful aviation, higher education, healthcare, hospitality, entertainment, and governmental projects - while continuing to strengthen your technical foundation and client-facing experience.
This role blends hands-on electrical system design with cross-discipline coordination, client interaction, and construction-phase involvement, offering exposure across the full project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Design electrical systems for commercial projects (lighting, power, emergency, fire alarm, security)
- Develop code-compliant layouts, sizing, and technical specifications
- Produce and coordinate Revit/BIM drawings through all project phases (SD–CD)
- Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure coordinated design
- Support construction administration (site visits, shop drawings, RFIs, punch lists)
- Define scope and maintain alignment with contracts, budget, and schedule
- Build strong relationships with clients, architects, contractors, and code officials
- Mentor junior designers and support value engineering initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering
- 5 years of consulting electrical design experience
- Commercial project background (aviation, healthcare, higher ed, hospitality, government preferred)
- PE or EIT preferred
- Experience coordinating with multi-discipline teams
- Familiar with design-build and design-bid-build delivery
- Strong knowledge of applicable electrical codes
- Revit MEP proficiency required
- Solid technical, budgeting, and value engineering experience
- Strong communication skills
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and based in Houston
Physical & Travel Requirements
- 10–35% travel for site visits and client meetings
- Ability to work extended hours when needed
- Regular computer/design software use
- Occasional exposure to construction site conditions
Compensation and Benefits
- $100,000-$120,000 (depending on experience)
- Hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote)
- Medical, dental, vision, 401k match
As part of its commitment to investing in its people, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, financial security, professional development, and overall well-being.