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Junior Electrical Designer

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PEAK

Columbia, SC (In Person)

$58,178 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/2/2026

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Junior Electrical Designer Columbia, SC Peak Technical Services is seeking a Junior Electrical Designer to join a growing electrical engineering team in Columbia, SC. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry level candidate to work on challenging projects while advancing your career in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Job Overview You will play a role in the design production for the firm, working with other team members, striving for a final product produced efficiently to the satisfaction of the client with minimal cost while maintaining our high-quality standards. The position requires strong teaming skills, willingness to work as required to meet project schedules, and a strong understanding of product quality. Typical Work Activities Perform design work for projects Assist engineers, project managers, senior designers, field staff, administration and other team members as required Coordination with team members to collect design data, including site visits as required Perform basic electrical calculations such as circuit and load calculations, voltage drop, conduit and conductor sizing, and overcurrent protection sizing Conversion of design data into design documents Lighting fixture schedule creation based on limited selection assistance from inhouse staff (primarily specialty applications) Photometric calculations as required for proper application of lighting fixtures Application of relevant building and electrical codes Project design and drawing preparation Compliance with office drawing standards and quality control measures Client, design team, utility, and contractor interface in support of projects Assistance to others for construction administration task
  • response to RFIs, incorporating design changes, review of submittals, and occasional site visits Assisting with project drawing/file organization and dead-filing Duties, Tasks, Responsibilities Project development from concept to complete design, with limited assistance from inhouse staff Coordination with other members of the design team, utilities and others as necessary for successful projects Participation in meetings (virtual and in-person), including accurate documentation Good customer service•responsive to and positive attitude toward clients and team members (internal and external) Self improvement/growth•continuing education to maintain competence and improve expertise Willing to work overtime as required to support project schedules Skills Attention to detail Sound work ethic Knowledge of electrical and lighting systems design Work efficiently and accurately in a chaotic, deadline driven environment Good oral and written communication skills Practical and creative Very knowledgeable of IBC, NFPA, NEC and other applicable codes Must be able to competently work on many projects at once Able to work independently being a self-starter and as part of a team Interested in computing and technical design Knowledge of computers, plotting and systems related to engineering design Able to identify, analyze and solve problems Proficient with Revit, AutoCAD, Visual, EDR and Microsoft Office Suite Salary range for this position to start is generally $50•$60K based on experience Submit resume to this job posting and our Recruiter will contact qualified candidates immediately for a phone interview.
Benefits PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidate Privacy To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://peaktechnical.
com/privacy-policy/ and https:
//peaktechnical.com/ca-residents-privacy-rights/ AI Recruiting Disclosure We use AI-assisted tools to help review applications and compare your experience to job requirements, but all hiring decisions are made by human recruiters. You may request a human-only process or opt out of automated communication at any time. Required notices and our latest bias audit are available on our website: www.peaktechnical.com/ai-disclosure .