Electrical Engineer

The Korte Company•St. Louis, MO

28d•$110,000 - $135,000

About The Position

The Korte Company is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the design and coordination of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for commercial and government design-build projects. The role supports projects from conceptual planning through construction and offers a path toward a future Electrical Design Manager role within the company’s Electrical Management Career Path. Team members have access to a structured Professional Development Plan designed to support career growth. The position involves developing designs and construction documents, coordinating with other disciplines and project stakeholders, and providing technical support during construction. It also includes supporting preconstruction and business development efforts, mentoring Mechanical Design Engineers, and keeping current with industry trends, codes, and emerging technologies. The position is based at one of The Korte Company’s offices in St. Louis, Missouri; Highland, Illinois; or Las Vegas, Nevada, with travel to project sites as needed.

Requirements

Strong understanding of MEP building systems and commercial construction practices.
Working knowledge of applicable building codes and industry standards.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary design-build environment.
Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
Valid driver's license.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural, or a related Engineering field.
Registered Professional Engineer (PE).
At least 5 years of experience designing mechanical and plumbing systems for commercial, industrial, healthcare, or government projects.
Experience with Revit and BIM coordination.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with BIM workflows.
Design-build experience.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and coordination of mechanical systems for commercial and government construction projects from concept through construction.
Develop mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and telecommunications designs for commercial construction projects.
Prepare construction documents using Revit, Bluebeam, and other required design software.
Coordinate mechanical and plumbing systems with architectural and structural disciplines.
Perform engineering calculations, equipment selections, and system layouts.
Review project specifications, building codes, and applicable industry standards for compliance.
Assist with design development from conceptual planning through construction documents.
Support preconstruction with design input, value engineering, and constructability reviews.
Coordinate with project managers, architects, engineers, superintendents, subcontractors, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
Respond to RFIs, review submittals, and provide technical support during construction.
Assist in maintaining project schedules and deliverables.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to Mechanical Design Engineers.
Support business development and proposal efforts with technical expertise during project pursuits.
Stay current on industry trends, building codes, and emerging technologies.