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Apogee Consulting was founded in 1999 with a core belief in meeting the practical needs of our clients. Born as an electrical design firm, we have evolved into a full-service Architecture and Engineering firm specializing in healthcare design. We are passionate about fostering a truly collaborative design process where architects, engineers, and other disciplines seamlessly work together towards shared goals. Our flat organizational structure encourages individual growth, creativity, and a sense of ownership in every project. With a presence across 47 states, we offer exciting opportunities to work on diverse and impactful projects that shape the future of healthcare. 

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Electrical Designer to design and coordinate building electrical systems, prepare construction drawings, and support project delivery from concept through construction. The ideal candidate combines technical proficiency with critical thinking and collaboration skills to develop innovative, efficient, and code-compliant solutions. Success in this role requires a dedication to quality, continuous learning, and providing outstanding service to clients and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist electrical engineer, RCDD and other designers in developing building electrical and technology system designs by performing the following duties.
• Has knowledge of electrical and technology designs. 
• Designs and produces construction drawings for power distribution systems, lighting layouts and controls, grounding systems, and low-voltage systems such as fire alarm, nurse call, telecommunications distribution, and security and surveillance.
• Produces detailed construction plans and schematics via computer aided software.
• Requires knowledge of electrical equipment, the NEC and other NFPA standards.
• Familiar with a variety of electrical system concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Perform field investigations and construction site visits.
• Coordinate with other disciplines.
• High level of Revit proficiency.
• Review product data submittals and perform other construction period services.

Healthcare Experience is preferred

• Computer Skills: Revit, Auto CAD MEP, MS Office Suite
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in engineering; or,
• Experience: Minimum four years of progressive electrical and/or technology design experience.
•  Licenses/Certifications:
• Passed Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) and working toward professional licensure (PE) preferred.
• LEED, RCDD, CEM, LC or other professional certification preferred.
•  Travel: up to 20% depending on project

Salary Range $80-100K

Benefits

The employees of Apogee Consulting Group are among the company's most valuable resources. In addition to providing a safe and happy work environment, we also give each and every one of our employees a robust benefits package.

• Generous salary
• Up to five weeks of vacation (depending on experience)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with company assistance
• Free Short and long-term disability insurance, Life Insurance
• HSA & FSA Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-matched 401(k)
• 8 paid holidays with 1 Birthday floating holiday to use at your discretion
• Professional license bonuses
• Continued educational reimbursement with manager pre-approval.

Apogee does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
As federal contractors, U.S. citizenship is required, and background checks will be performed.

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