About ECF Engineering Consultants

ECF Engineering Consultants is a full-service engineering firm that specializes in providing technical solution services to the Energy Markets, as well as public and private sectors, requiring electrical and mechanical engineering support.

We serve those entities on an array of projects, offering consultation on technology utilization, design solutions for electrical and mechanical systems, public health systems, and equipment procurement and construction phase services.

This role is based in our corporate office in beautiful West Palm Beach, Florida. The work environment is an on-site, full-time position.

Job Description:

This position is responsible for leading the design, management, and execution of complex electrical engineering projects for commercial, institutional, industrial, and residential facilities. The role encompasses the full project lifecycle, including conceptual design, permitting, budgeting, bid documentation, construction administration, commissioning, and project closeout.

Key responsibilities include designing power distribution systems, lighting, renewable energy systems, fire alarm systems, low-voltage communications and security systems, emergency power systems (generators, transfer switches, and UPS), and building automation controls. The engineer will perform electrical calculations, power system studies (load flow, short circuit, coordination, and arc flash), develop construction documents, conduct site surveys, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.

The position serves as a technical lead and project manager, coordinating closely with clients, architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver fully integrated designs. Responsibilities also include construction-phase support, reviewing contractor submittals and invoices, monitoring project schedules, conducting field investigations, and acting as Resident Engineer when required.

Additionally, the role provides leadership and mentorship to junior staff, oversees designers and CADD technicians, participates in business development activities, and maintains strong client relationships. Success in this position requires excellent technical expertise, project management skills, leadership abilities, and a thorough understanding of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and building code requirements.

Requirements:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering (PE license preferred, Florida PE highly desirable)
• 7–10+ years of building systems electrical engineering experience
• Strong experience with power distribution, emergency power, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems
• Proven project management and client-facing experience
• Proficient with electrical design software, CADD, and Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and International Building Code requirements
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and mentoring skills
• Willingness to travel for site surveys, meetings, and construction support

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $124,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of electrical project designs for commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional experience do you have?
• Will you require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Electrical Design: 7 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Professional Engineer (Preferred)
• LEED Certification (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person