HED · 1 day ago
Electrical Designer - Mission Critical
Detroit Metro
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$25/hr - $56/hr
5+ years expHED is an inclusive architecture and engineering practice that values diverse perspectives and skills. They are seeking an experienced Electrical Designer to lead the development of electrical design packages, ensure compliance with codes, and mentor team members while managing complex projects.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Lead the development of medium-to-large scale electrical design packages in Revit with minimal redlines or rework
Develop and enforce Revit standards, families, and workflows for electrical modeling across teams
Create advanced electrical system layouts and manage complex modeling tasks independently
Oversee electrical drawing production, ensuring code compliance and graphic clarity across all documents
Generate and review technical documentation including primarily Division 26 specifications and report narratives
Perform and validate electrical system sizing and load calculations without oversight
Lead cross-discipline coordination meetings and resolve system conflicts with internal and external teams
Oversee energy code compliance and ensure documentation supports lighting and power performance verification
Develop and apply standard electrical calculation methods and templates for internal use
Manage portions of the project scope independently, delegating drafting or research tasks to staff
Estimate, track, and manage hours for self-performed and delegated electrical work
Lead/oversee construction administrative duties as needed for assigned projects including, but not limited to: bid review, plan review comment responses, RFI responses, submittal reviews, field observations, punch list and owner pay application progress reviews
Train and mentor team members on design practices, tools, and standards
Delegate work strategically based on skill level and workload capacity of team members
Lead QAQC efforts on both self-produced and delegated work, ensuring conformance to HED standards
Provide constructive feedback and contribute to staff development through mentorship
Act as the lead technical representative in client meetings, confidently presenting technical aspects of electrical design intent
Document meeting outcomes and action items related to electrical systems clearly, sharing responsibility for technical coordination follow-up
Engage in early project scoping discussions and support proposal efforts with technical narratives and fee input
Travel to client meetings, existing buildings or construction sites on occasion (Local - once per week during certain phases of a project, overnight - once or twice per month)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in directly related field or equivalent experience required
Revit experience required
Written and verbal communication skills commensurate with the position required
Experience with computers, specifically for word processing, spreadsheet use/creation and email required
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, flexible and curious personalities required
Ability to work well with others under deadline situations required
Preferred
Professional licensure preferred
Experience with large power infrastructure projects preferred
Experience with hyperscale data center projects preferred
5+ years of experience in the AEC industry preferred
Strong organizational skills preferred
Company
HED
At HED, we believe great design is about more than aesthetics—it’s about solving complex challenges, enriching communities, and building a better future.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Enrique Suarez
Principal | CEO
Gary Skog, FAIA, LEED AP
Chief Executive Officer
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