GBA · 3 months ago
Electrical Design Engineer - Life Sciences
Lenexa, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expGBA is a company dedicated to serving biopharmaceutical and industrial manufacturers through every stage of facility development. They are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support the design and development of manufacturing and research facilities by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative electrical systems.
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Responsibilities
Develop electrical design calculations, layouts, and construction documents
Produce technical query documents for design clarification
Support engineering studies and facility assessments
Coordinate with architects, structural, mechanical, process, and automation engineers
Design electrical systems including lighting, power distribution, UPS, and security integration
Participate in internal design reviews and vendor coordination
Review shop drawings and submittals for electrical systems and equipment
Stay current with electrical codes, standards, and pharmaceutical industry best practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
5+ years of electrical engineering experience
Proficiency in REVIT; AutoCAD experience is a plus
Experience with electrical system design for manufacturing environments
Familiarity with electrical analysis software (SKM PowerTools, ETAP, or similar)
Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA, and local codes
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to travel occasionally (10–20%)
Preferred
PE license preferred but not required
Life Sciences industry experience preferred but not required
Experience with cleanroom and critical utility electrical systems
Knowledge of FDA-regulated facility design and ISPE Baseline Guides
Experience with hazardous area electrical systems (Class I, Division 1/2)
Familiarity with energy efficiency and sustainability practices
Experience with cold storage and controlled temperature environments
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life, accident, and disability coverage
401(k) with company match up to 6%
Paid holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off
Professional development and continuing education support
PE license support and exam reimbursement
Conference attendance and professional society memberships
Career advancement opportunities within a growing division
Mentorship from senior engineers and leadership
Exposure to diverse, high-impact life sciences projects
Company
GBA
GBA, along with its partner affiliates, provides an innovative approach to traditional architectural, engineering, construction, and advanced technology services, supporting a myriad of clients throughout the United States.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
George Butler
Founder
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