Key Facts

Remote From:

Full time

Senior (5-10 years)

English

Hard Skills

Electrical Engineering Cyber Security Project Management Lighting Design Risk Analysis Customer Engagement Operational Technology (OT) Security Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Rating System Life Safety Codes Infrastructure Security +1 more

Other Skills

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Quality Control
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Communication
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Critical Thinking
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Analytical Skills

Roles & Responsibilities

Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering required
Minimum of 8 years of related experience required
Current PE in the United States preferred
Strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes

Requirements:

Perform electrical engineering systems design for building construction
Prepare construction documents including drawings and specifications
Lead workshops and technical discussions related to facility resiliency
Support the implementation of cyber-informed design principles

Job description

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. This position may be filled anywhere in the United States. Preference may be given to candidates that can work in one of the CannonDesign locations.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Project Electrical IV to support the design and delivery of complex projects including mission-critical, healthcare, education, commercial, and science and technology facilities. This role provides technical leadership throughout all phases of project delivery, including planning, design, construction administration, and client engagement. Working under the direction of a licensed Engineer, you will be part of our multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors to develop reliable, resilient, and high-performing electrical infrastructure solutions. In addition, this position will support cyber-informed design initiatives and operational technology considerations for critical facility environments.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

Perform electrical engineering systems design for building construction. Initiate project designs and help to develop design goals and systems.
Participate or lead project teamwork planning sessions.
May serve as project manager or project engineering leader and lead engineering meetings.
Assume project engineering responsibilities and adhere to financial and work goals.
Design lighting, power distribution, signaling, communications and/or telecommunication systems for healthcare, education/higher education and commercial clients per applicable codes.
Prepare construction documents including drawings and specifications. Guide less experienced team members in execution of drawings. Specify electrical equipment.
Complete quality control checks of engineering documents.
Participate or lead value engineering sessions with Architectural/Engineering team.
Recommend improvements with reference standards and processes to improve quality, coordination, and to streamline production efforts.
Review and markup of shop drawings and submittals. Respond to RFI’s and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Attend and participate in construction meetings. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
Support the implementation and verification of cyber-informed design principles and operational technology security requirements for critical infrastructure projects.
Apply and interpret NIST SP 800-82 guidance and industry best practices when evaluating operational technology systems supporting electrical and MEP infrastructure.
Coordinate with clients, facility operators, technology consultants, and engineering teams to identify and mitigate risks associated with connected building systems and operational technology networks.
Lead workshops and technical discussions related to facility resiliency, operational continuity, and cyber-informed design strategies.
Track and document compliance status, risk assessments, and recommendations through project reports and owner updates.
Familiarity with operational technology systems, cyber-informed design principles, NIST SP 800-82, or critical infrastructure security considerations preferred.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering required. Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred.
Minimum of 8 years of related experience required.
Current PE in the United States preferred.
LEED accreditation preferred.
Strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes
Ability to work independently in all electrical disciplines with no oversight or guidance.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be a critical thinker.
Must be highly analytical.
Must have the ability to engage effectively with clients.
Must be a fully qualified professional able to perform work with a high degree of latitude, with some ambiguity in work.
Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, AGI32, Visual, SKM Power Tools) required.

The salary range for this position is $95,950 to $119,985 annually. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

ABOUT OUR FIRM

CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.

ABOUT WORKING HERE

We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.

Please note that candidates can only apply to our positions on our company Careers site. It's not uncommon for scammers to create positions that look legitimate on other sites; never enter your information or apply for CannonDesign positions on any platform. Should an issue arise that you feel we should be aware of, please contact us. Please provide your resume and portfolio when applying.

As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.

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