Overview
The Electrical Designer III performs technical activities on assigned projects under supervision of a licensed professional engineer, including participation in technical studies, investigations and designs on assigned projects. They will assist the project team in the production of projects that are on-time, within budget and of the utmost quality. The Senior Electrical Designer’s responsibilities include the complete Electrical Design and management of their assigned project, and/or other project tasks.
Responsibilities
• Designs and prepares drawings for electrical systems for building projects including conducting code review, lighting calculations, lighting and receptacle layout, one-line diagrams, branch circuit, feeder, and service calculations, fault current calculations, etc., under the supervision of a licensed professional electrical engineer. • Writes and edits electrical system specifications for building projects, under the supervision of a licensed professional electrical engineer. • Attends meetings with owners, clients, and/or architects as needed. • Prepares and distributes meeting notes. • Conducts site surveys to determine existing facility conditions and proposed conditions. • Conducts project job site visits during construction to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications, owner expectations, and building codes. • Prepares punch lists and project observations reports to note findings. • Prepares Proposal Requests (PR’s) and Supplemental Instructions (SI’s), and Responds to Requests for Information (RFI’s). • Reviews project submittal documents and approves or rejects based upon compliance with project drawings and specifications. • Assists the design team in the coordination with other discipline including architectural, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, structural, civil, etc. • Mentors and assists in directing work of BIM/CAD Technicians and Electrical Designers in order to complete projects, and ensure quality control and professional development. • Performs energy calculations. • Manages small electrical design projects. • Assists the project manager in establishing and preparing budgets, cost estimates, project schedules, and project contracts. • Assists project manager with project billing. • Assists in establishing electrical design standards. • Participates in industry organizations and attends events, meetings, and activities. • Upholds TME’s owner advocacy philosophy and organizational core values.
Qualifications
Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications
• 2-year Technical Degree or Associates Degree in Electrical-Related Field, or an Electrical Program / Course / Classes at a Community College, plus: 4 – 10 years of experience as an electrical designer for an engineering or architectural/engineering design firm, OR 5 – 10 years of experience with a Master or Journeyman Electrician License, OR 7 - 10 years of experience as an electrician working for an Electrical Contractor. • Must have experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Revit, and AutoCAD. • Effective verbal and written communication skills. • Detail oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast paced environment. • Well versed in the industry and the Company’s competitors. • Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to perform duties outside of scope of work when necessary.
Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. • Have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam. • Experience with larger commercial projects including healthcare, higher education, laboratory, and central energy plant projects. • Knowledge and use of SKM software for use on fault current calculations, Arc-flash studies and labeling, etc.
Travel Requirements
• 50% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location.
Physical/Work Environment Requirements
• Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and/or poles. • Climbing stairs. • Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces. • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. • Operating machinery and/or power tools. • Outdoor elements such as precipitation, heat, cold, and/or wind. • Noisy environment. • Light to heavy work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects from 20-100 pounds.
