Design and inspect electrical systems (power distribution, controls, lighting); prepare plans, specifications, estimates, reports, and memos; review drawings; research design options; perform both office and fieldwork supporting project managers.
H&H is offering an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Designer in our Boston office.
H&H is a nationally recognized, full-service infrastructure engineering firm delivering innovative solutions that move communities forward. With more than 139 years of experience and over 600 professionals across 32 offices nationwide, we combine deep technical expertise with the agility of a privately owned firm. From planning and design through construction, we manage the full project life cycle while continually advancing our capabilities, strengthening our national presence, and investing in the people who power our growth. At H&H, you’ll join a firm that is building on its legacy by aligning expertise, expanding opportunity, and positioning itself for long-term, sustainable growth.
Responsibilities
- Perform electrical design & inspection (i.e. low/high power distribution systems, industrial control systems, lighting, etc.
- Prepare contract plans, special provisions, calculations, engineer’s estimates, inspection reports, and technical memorandums
- Review drawings and recommend necessary changes
- Research design options and document findings for Project Managers
- Job duties will involve a mixture of office and fieldwork
Requirements
- ABET-accredited BS or BE degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
- Hands-on experience (preferred)
- Coursework in Power and Control Systems
- Experience with electrical controls for electric motors is a plus
- Experience with CAD and drawing software, AutoCAD and Microstation (preferred)
- Good technical writing and communication skills
Benefits
Salary range–$77,000 – $85,000 annually. Salary commensurate with experience.
We offer a professional work environment, a competitive salary, a benefits package and 401(k).
EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETS
Hardesty & Hanover Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office
One Washington Mall – Suite 1602, Boston, United States, 02108
Similar Jobs
Other
Leads electrical design for facility and infrastructure projects, developing conceptual and detailed designs for power, lighting, fire alarm, and secondary electrical systems. Coordinates with multidisciplinary teams, reviews construction progress and shop drawings, supports construction administration, attends client meetings, gathers field data, and contributes to training and development. Requires strong Autodesk Revit proficiency and extensive building electrical design experience.
Top Skills:
3D ModelingAutodesk RevitBimElectrical Design SystemsFire Alarm SystemsLighting SystemsPower Systems
Consulting • Design
Assists with the design, analysis, documentation, and implementation oversight of electrical systems for building projects. Supports project planning, budgeting, scheduling, quality control, safety, code compliance, client communication, and multidisciplinary coordination. Uses electrical design, lighting, energy compliance, BIM, and Revit-related tools to develop plans, specifications, and calculations. Collaborates with senior engineers, architects, consultants, and project managers on education and institutional renovation projects.
Top Skills:
AdobeAgiBimBluebeam RevuComcheckCtc Revit Add In ToolsElum ToolsMadcadExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordRevitSmart Engineering Design AssistTechstreetVisual Lighting
Greentech • Renewable Energy
Designs complex electrical and instrumentation and control systems for water, wastewater, municipal, industrial, and federal facilities. Responsibilities include electrical drawings, cable tray and conduit layouts, equipment, lighting, circuit, grounding, and controls design; Revit and AutoCAD modeling; cross-discipline coordination; equipment schedules; field data gathering; regulatory compliance; and mentoring junior designers.
Top Skills:
AutocadAutocad Plant 3DBentley Openplant PidBimNational Electrical CodeNfpa 70ERevitSQL
What you need to know about the Boston Tech Scene
Boston is a powerhouse for technology innovation thanks to world-class research universities like MIT and Harvard and a robust pipeline of venture capital investment. Host to the first telephone call and one of the first general-purpose computers ever put into use, Boston is now a hub for biotechnology, robotics and artificial intelligence — though it’s also home to several B2B software giants. So it’s no surprise that the city consistently ranks among the greatest startup ecosystems in the world.
Key Facts About Boston Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 269,000; 9.4% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Toast, Klaviyo, HubSpot, DraftKings
- Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, robotics, software, aerospace
- Funding Landscape: $15.7 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Summit Partners, Volition Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, MassVentures, Highland Capital Partners
- Research Centers and Universities: MIT, Harvard University, Boston College, Tufts University, Boston University, Northeastern University, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, National Bureau of Economic Research, Broad Institute, Lowell Center for Space Science & Technology, National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories
