Electrical Engineer II - Lighting Engineer

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience.

About the role

This position is in DLB’s Mission Critical Department and focuses primarily on hyperscale data centers and related mission critical facilities. The Electrical Engineer II will collaborate with senior design staff to advance their lighting design and controls skills, learning through hands-on application how to design a wide variety of mission critical projects. This role involves working closely with the Project Management Team to produce construction documents, perform illumination calculations, develop and edit project specifications, and assist in the construction administration process.

The Electrical Engineer II will receive general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. May work independently or under immediate supervision, and may serve as trade lead on routine projects of limited scope.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Production of Electrical Engineering / Lighting Documents (50%)
  • Perform intermediate to advanced engineering work as directed
  • Perform intermediate to advanced lighting design tasks under a senior engineer’s supervision
  • Perform intermediate to advanced computations and analysis for lighting systems
  • Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to prepare drawings, calculations, and visual aids
  • Specify lighting fixtures and associated controls
• Assist in Pre-Construction Activities (15%)
  • Survey existing building conditions and prepare technical reports of findings
  • Collect data and other information for construction documents
  • Prepare project design and construction documents
  • Basic editing and writing of project specifications
• Assist in Construction Activities (25%)
  • Work as part of the engineering team and interact closely with the project management team
  • Review shop drawings and submittals
  • Review and respond to RFIs
  • Review and complete punch lists and project close out documents
• Reporting (10%)
  • Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
  • Update and maintain shop drawing and RFI log
  • Manage personal hours using company tools
• Leverage AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work output
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and demonstrate a continuous learning mindset
• Adapt to emerging technologies and evolving digital workflows
• Complete assigned tasks and deliverables on time and on budget
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Knowledge of the fundamentals of electrical systems found in buildings including basic circuiting, lighting and lighting controls, and life safety systems
• Knowledge of codes and specifications for the design of electrical systems including IES Standards, National Electric Code, Life Safety and Energy Conservation Codes
• Knowledge of technical/design software including illumination calculations and voltage drop
• Skilled at producing drawings and visual aids using AutoCAD and Revit
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
• Skilled in performing code analysis including local requirements, selection of equipment, wiring, etc. to meet code requirements
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows and optimize operational processes
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication, self-motivation, and organizational skills
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
• Ability to communicate directly with clients and serve as primary point of contact when needed
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from ABET accredited institution
• Minimum of three years of electrical engineering / lighting design experience

Physical Demands

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
• Frequently moving through office, facility, and other environments
• On occasion, the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

Travel / Relocation

• Approximately 10% travel, which may include any or all 50 US states
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home for business activities including client sites, meetings, business development, industry conferences, etc.

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP with HSA option)
• Flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits extended to spouse/domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company-paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

Pay

The pay range for this role is $104,738 - $130,520 USD per year (Remote, United States).