Electrical Engineer - MEP

Kimley-Horn • Tampa, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is hiring a motivated Electrical Engineer to help grow its expanding MEP team in the Tampa, Florida office. This is not a remote position. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a variety of building projects and to design major projects for local and national markets. The engineer will work collaboratively with industry professionals, jurisdictions, contractors, and cross-functional teams across multiple disciplines.

Projects may include office, residential high-rise, mixed-use and retail, municipal, hospitality, transportation, industrial and manufacturing, and sustainability and decarbonization work. The position supports quality design and client retention while offering opportunities for career growth.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Firm understanding of the National Electrical Code, other NFPA codes and standards, and energy codes.
• Proficiency using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (AutoCAD).
• Electrical power, lighting, and fire alarm design experience.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degrees in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer license.
• Building Information Modeling (BIM) experience with Autodesk Revit.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems, including low- and medium-voltage power distribution, standby generation, interior and exterior building lighting, local area IT networks, access control, security, and fire alarm systems.
• Participate in project teams in an active production role.
• Prepare project specifications.
• Prepare electrical construction cost estimates.
• Interact and collaborate daily with cross-functional teams across multiple disciplines.
• Coordinate and verify as-built drawings.
• Perform quality work that promotes client retention.
• Develop reports and design documents, including electrical floor plans, equipment schematic diagrams, equipment block diagrams, equipment load calculations, and connection diagrams.
• Collaborate with industry professionals, jurisdictions, and contractors on multiple project types.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary plus bonus), as well as an additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in the 401(k).
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level