Design Engineer, Electrical

AHA Consulting Engineers, Inc.•Alpharetta, GA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

AHA Consulting Engineers is a multi-discipline building system consulting firm with a 30+ year track record in designing complex, high-performance buildings. They offer expertise in HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Fire Protection (MEP/FP), Technology Design, Energy & Sustainability Consulting, Commissioning, BIM/VDC, Advisory Services, Arc Flash and Coordination Studies, and Computational Fluid Dynamics Modeling. AHA serves markets such as Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Industrial, Academic, and corporate. The firm is committed to its team members' professional growth and well-being, offering a benefits package, training programs, and a supportive office culture. They encourage continuous personal and professional development through industry involvement and continuing education. AHA University provides opportunities to present expertise to clients. The firm offers competitive salaries, PTO, health, and retirement benefits, and is a partial ESOP company. A unique Path to Partnership program offers guidance and mentorship for career advancement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; OR Associate’s degree in a related technical field plus a minimum of 3 years of experience at an MEP firm.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical engineering or a closely related technical field.
Working knowledge of electrical system design, including power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage systems.
Familiarity with applicable building codes (NEC, IBC, and local amendments) and ability to read construction documents, schematics, and engineering drawings.
Proficiency with Revit and SKM Power Tools.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to travel locally as required.

Nice To Haves

4 or more years of experience in electrical engineering design at an MEP or A/E firm.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
Experience designing electrical systems for data centers or mission critical facilities, including power distribution, UPS systems, generators, automatic transfer switches, and arc flash/coordination studies.
Strong MS Office skills, including Excel and Microsoft Teams.

Responsibilities

Design electrical systems—power distribution, lighting, lightning protection, and grounding/bonding—using Revit for new construction and renovation projects.
Perform engineering calculations and studies including short circuit, breaker coordination, arc flash, and load analysis using SKM Power Tools.
Verify designs comply with applicable building codes; update work as codes and project requirements evolve.
Conduct field visits to document existing conditions and support accurate design solutions.
Coordinate with clients, architects, and other disciplines to resolve design issues and keep projects on schedule.
Research and recommend electrical equipment with guidance from senior engineers, drawing on manufacturer technical resources.
Contribute to the development and consistent application of company design and production standards.
Manage multiple active projects simultaneously, delivering accurate work on schedule.
Apply sound engineering judgment to support project execution and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.