Electrical Engineer III

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

Positions are available in our Mission Critical Department, which focuses primarily on hyperscale data centers and related mission-critical facilities. The Electrical Engineer III will collaborate with senior design staff to further develop electrical design expertise, working as part of the Engineering Team and interacting closely with the Project Management Team. This role involves producing construction documents, developing and editing project specifications, and leading the construction administration process. The Electrical Engineer III will receive limited direction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments, executing and assisting project leadership on projects of complex scope.

Responsibilities

• Guide and Direct Production of Electrical Engineering Documents (50%)
  • Independently perform intermediate to advanced engineering work
  • Perform intermediate to advanced electrical design tasks under a senior engineer’s supervision
  • Perform intermediate to advanced computations and analysis for electrical systems
  • Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to prepare drawings and visual aids
  • Review and write sequence of operations
• Guide and Direct 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
• Guide and Direct Construction Activities (25%)
  • Work as part of the engineering team and interact closely with the project management team
  • Interact directly with clients on technical issues
  • 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
  • Ensure completion of assigned tasks and deliverables on time and on budget
• Technology, Digital Tools & AI-Enabled Efficiency
  • 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, seeking out new technologies, skills, and methods that elevate individual and team performance
  • Adapt to emerging technologies and evolving digital workflows, actively supporting the integration and adoption of innovative tools across the organization
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Knowledge of electrical systems found in buildings, including single/three-phase power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, grounding, and life safety systems
• Knowledge of codes and specifications for the design of electrical systems, including National Electric Code, Life Safety, and Energy Conservation Codes
• Knowledge of technical/design software, including short circuit coordination and arc flash studies, equipment sizing, underground feeder calculations, and lighting calculations
• 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 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, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness, and resourcefulness in a distraction-free workspace
• 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 effectively directly with clients and at times serve as the primary point of client contact
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
• Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
• Minimum of five years of electrical engineering experience

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
• Frequently moving through office, facility, and other environments
• On occasion, 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 but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, or attending industry conferences.

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 – $130,502 USD per year (Remote, United States).