Electrical Designer
Summary
| Title: | Electrical Designer |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1014 |
| Location: | Portland, ME |
| Department: | CADD Design |
Description
Colby Co. is a midsize multi-discipline design firm specializing in electrical, mechanical, fire protection, structural, civil and architecture. Seventy employees strong, Colby Co. is noted for its commitment to technical and service excellence in a fun, flexible, rigorous work environment. Located in the vibrant small city of Portland, Maine, Colby Co. offers a balance of opportunities for working and living well. Colby Co. has been named to the “Best Places to Work in Maine” list consecutively for the last seven years, and as an “Emerging Professional Friendly Firm” by the New England Chapter of AIA for the last three years.
We currently have an opening for an Electrical Designer with 5+ years of electrical design experience in a consulting engineering design firm setting. We are looking for a designer who can prepare plans and coordinate drawings for a broad range of electrical engineering designs including voltage design, power distribution, control, communication, lighting, and fire suppression systems. The successful candidate will bring a deep, successful track record of design and quality control. In addition to an outstanding technical skill set, they will be a quick, flexible thinker and problem-solver who is accustomed to working in fluid teams on tight deadlines.
This position is a part of the Electrical Engineering Department. Additionally, Colby Co. offers mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, structural, civil engineering and architecture with our in-house staff. You will have the opportunity to work on multidisciplinary design teams as many of our projects encompass more than one discipline. Projects range in size from $50,000 to $100M in construction value for State, Federal, Industrial and Commercial clients.
Desired traits:
Colby Co. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
We currently have an opening for an Electrical Designer with 5+ years of electrical design experience in a consulting engineering design firm setting. We are looking for a designer who can prepare plans and coordinate drawings for a broad range of electrical engineering designs including voltage design, power distribution, control, communication, lighting, and fire suppression systems. The successful candidate will bring a deep, successful track record of design and quality control. In addition to an outstanding technical skill set, they will be a quick, flexible thinker and problem-solver who is accustomed to working in fluid teams on tight deadlines.
This position is a part of the Electrical Engineering Department. Additionally, Colby Co. offers mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, structural, civil engineering and architecture with our in-house staff. You will have the opportunity to work on multidisciplinary design teams as many of our projects encompass more than one discipline. Projects range in size from $50,000 to $100M in construction value for State, Federal, Industrial and Commercial clients.
Desired traits:
- Associates Degree with a technical, electrical or design concentration
- 5+ years of work experience in electrical design, or a related field
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit
- Ability to coordinate with multiple design disciplines
Compensation:
- Base Salary Range: $75,000–$105,000 annually
- The final salary will be based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, licensure, and overall fit for the position.
- This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and Colby Co.’s comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with employer-funded health savings benefits and affordable family plan options
- Company-paid life insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with company match and low-cost investment options
- Paid parental leave
- Access to company vehicles for personal use
- Free parking in downtown Portland
- Maine National Parks Pass
- Reimbursement for sporting and wellness activities
- Paid volunteer time
- Educational reimbursement
- Summer hours
- Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and flex time
- Remote work flexibility
- Company outings and events
Colby Co. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

