Electrical Project Engineer

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms and 64 on Consulting-Specifying Engineer’s MEP Giants list.Position Summary: JMT is seeking a degreed electrical engineer with the desire to work within a fast paced quality driven environment within a growing organization. Working with senior engineering staff from the initial conceptual electrical design to construction and commissioning of large and small facilities type projects. The Electrical Engineer will have the opportunity work with a diverse and experienced staff in resolving a variety of complex problems, (i.e. conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, difficult coordination requirements) while benefitting from a solid quality control process. The ideal candidate is an individual with the motivation and desire to excel within the consulting engineering field while embracing challenges as opportunities for personal and professional growth within the organization.Typical work assignments center around facilities engineering and design projects of varying sizes within the educational, public works, water/wastewater, transportation, transit, health care and aviation industries. JMT is seeking candidates with a wide range of design and engineering experience with building electrical systems including lighting systems, power and emergency power distribution systems; fire alarm systems; security; CCTV and access control; and communication systems.JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including: Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceCompany paid Life and Disability InsurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysPaid Caregiver Leave Program401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Career Development ProgramsAnd more…Benefits | JMT Compensation for this position is $100,000.00 - $145,000.00, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.Essential functions and responsibilities Perform design computationsDesign projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing toolsDevelop construction cost estimatesPrepare and compile contract plans, specifications and estimatesAttend meetings with clientsCoordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality Nonessential functions and responsibilities Perform other related duties as assigned Required Skills Excellent interpersonal and organizational skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to successfully function in a fast-paced cooperative team environment spanning across multiple officesDesire to participate and excel with a broad range of project types, roles, customers, and tasksUnderstanding and application of NEC, IBC, and NFPA codes for completing electrical design work Required Experience Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineeringMust successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening5-10 years’ experience related to electrical power distribution, power generation, motor controls, lighting and lighting controls, fire alarm design, telecommunications network design, or security systems design.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Work, Excel, PowerPoint)Working knowledge of Autodesk’s CADD and Autodesk’s RevitProficient in discipline specific design softwareWritten and communication skills Preferred Experience Professional Engineer LicenseWorking knowledge of Microsoft ProjectWorking knowledge of Bentley’s MicrostationWorking knowledge of Electrical Modeling Software, SKM Power Tools or ETAPWorking knowledge of Lighting Modeling Software, AGi32 or ElumTools.Familiarity with electrical testing apparatusExperience working with federal, state, and local government agenciesExperience with federal, state, and local codesExperience working with local clients at the county and state level Working ConditionsWork is performed within a general office environment 90% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.Regional travel (generally within 90 miles) will occasionally be required for meeting attendance, field survey, and construction verification activities.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law./ #LI-KW1 Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal and organizational skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to successfully function in a fast-paced cooperative team environment spanning across multiple officesDesire to participate and excel with a broad range of project types, roles, customers, and tasksUnderstanding and application of NEC, IBC, and NFPA codes for completing electrical design work

Created: 2026-03-10