Senior Electrical Engineer

Company: Optima Engineering
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: February 9, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description At Optima Engineering, we focus on delivering high-quality engineering solutions. We are looking for a skilled and dedicated professional to join our team and help us achieve our goals. Experience, Skills and Knowledge Very familiar with SKM, Short circuit and Arc Flash Studies SKM or Easy Power. Commissioning experience in Data Centers UPS and back-up generators Ability to write Test Scripts and Direct Efforts Willing to work some nights and weekends Responsibilities Provide input on project viability, assist with proposal preparation, and help select the design team. Produce project schedules, lighting, power, and fire alarm designs, compliance checks and specifications, and conduct reviews. Conduct interdisciplinary coordination and manage final reviews/approvals between disciplines and agencies. Assist designers with maintaining conformed drawings, preparing submittals, and issuing revisions. Work in conjunction with the Project Manager, Designers, and Construction Administration Specialist to meet company standards and exceed Client expectations. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. Minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience on Mission Critical and Data Centers projects. Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of North Carolina or ability to obtain your PE in North Carolina within 6 months. Why Work at Optima Engineering: Founded in 1992, Optima is a well-established, multi-disciplined engineering firm offering mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection & technology design services to diverse market sectors including mission critical, educational, healthcare, commercial, government and other clients. Founded and based in Charlotte with branch offices in Raleigh, NC, Asheville, NC and Greenville, SC, our goal is to deliver reliable, high-quality, innovative engineering solutions to our clients and provide a top-notch work environment to our team. Benefit Highlights : 100% Employee-Owned Company Our focus on Work-Life Balance means you will enjoy Paid Time Off and Holidays, Flexible/Hybrid work schedules, and Half-Day Fridays year-round! Health, Vision, Dental, Life, Disability and Personal Accident insurance options, Health Savings and Flexible Spending accounts Tuition reimbursement, Adoption assistance, Employee wellbeing & assistance programs, financial & estate planning assistance, and more! Multi-tiered Retirement Plan includes Employer 401k contributions, Profit-sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Program (an additional retirement benefit funded entirely by the company). Discretionary bonuses throughout the year. Ongoing education and professional development opportunities. Frequent volunteer and community involvement opportunities! If you want to be excited about going to work and making a difference in the organization you work for, please reach out to us, we’d love to talk to you about joining our team. To learn more about Optima Engineering, please visit our website at: www.optimaengineering.com Optima Engineering is committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and veterans, are encouraged to apply. Optima Engineering participates in the E-Verify employment authorization program. Please read more information here . Powered by JazzHR j8n1G79LbK

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