Assistant Electrical Designer - Buildings

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Electrical Designer to join our Property & Buildings team in Irvine, California
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This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop their technical skills while supporting the design and delivery of electrical building systems for a diverse portfolio of projects. The Irvine team works across commercial, corporate workplace, mixed-use, higher education, civic, hospitality, retail, and institutional markets, including renovation, tenant improvement, and new construction projects. Word]

You will work alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary project teams while gaining hands-on experience with electrical power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, emergency power, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.

• Assist with the design and documentation of electrical systems for building projects under the direction of experienced engineers and designers.
• Support electrical power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, emergency power, fire alarm, and low-voltage system design.
• Prepare and modify drawings, details, schedules, and other construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Assist with electrical load calculations, voltage drop calculations, equipment sizing, and other basic engineering analyses.
• Coordinate electrical design requirements with architectural, mechanical, structural, and other disciplines.
• Participate in project meetings and design coordination activities.
• Assist with field surveys, site visits, and documentation of existing electrical conditions.
• Support construction administration activities, including review of submittals, RFIs, and field observations.
• Apply applicable electrical and building codes, including the National Electrical Code (NEC), under the guidance of senior staff.
• Maintain organized project documentation and contribute to the timely delivery of project assignments.
• Develop technical knowledge through mentorship, project experience, and WSP training and professional development opportunities.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• High School Diploma
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in electrical design, engineering, construction, or building systems.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and building design principles.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and an interest in developing knowledge of applicable building codes and standards.
• Basic proficiency or coursework involving AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary project team.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.

• Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Technology, Drafting Technology, or related field preferred.
• Previous internship, co-op, or entry-level experience with an architecture/engineering consulting firm, electrical contractor, or similar organization.
• Experience or coursework using Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, AGi
  32, SKM, ETAP, or similar electrical design and analysis software.
• Exposure to commercial buildings, corporate workplace, higher education, healthcare, science & technology, institutional, or similar projects.
• Familiarity with lighting and lighting control design.
• Familiarity with electrical power distribution systems and basic load calculations.
• EIT certification, or…