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AKS Engineering & Forestry · 1 day ago

Electrical Engineer

Kirkland, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

AKS Engineering & Forestry is expanding its Electrical Engineering practice and is looking for an Electrical Engineer (EIT or PE) to support and grow the team. The role involves designing and planning electrical engineering work for various public and private infrastructure projects, while collaborating with clients and other disciplines to ensure high-quality results.

Consulting

Hiring Manager

Lance Lozano

Responsibilities

Design, plan, and support electrical engineering work for public and private infrastructure projects

Deliver lighting, power, and controls designs for site development, utility, and facility projects

Prepare calculations, reports, permit submittals, and construction documents

Coordinate and communicate with clients, utilities, and regulatory agencies

Collaborate with project managers, civil engineers, and other disciplines to deliver high-quality work on time and within budget

Provide technical support during design reviews, meetings, and construction phases

Qualification

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)Electrical Engineer-in-Training (EIT)Electrical design experienceAutoCADRevitCivil 3DShort circuit studiesArc flash studiesNEC familiarityNESC familiarityCommunicatorOrganizedDependableDetail-orientedMentoring interest

Required

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Electrical Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

4+ years of relevant electrical design experience, ideally across commercial, municipal, and/or utility projects

Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or electrical design tools such as Revit or SKM

Comfortable preparing electrical plans, single-line diagrams, load calculations, panel schedules, and lighting photometrics

A strong communicator who works well with both internal teams and external partners

Organized, detail-oriented, and dependable, you deliver quality work and meet deadlines

Preferred

Experience with short circuit and arc flash studies

Familiarity with NEC, NESC, and local jurisdictional codes

Exposure to low-voltage systems or renewable energy projects

Interest in mentoring junior engineers or designers

Desire to grow into a technical or people leadership role as the electrical team expands

Benefits

Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.

Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.

Respect for Your Time: We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.

Benefits That Care: You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being—plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.

Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates—we believe food brings people together.

Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.

A Place People Love to Work: We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Washington year after year—for good reason.