Electrical Design Engineer

About the job Electrical Design Engineer

We have partnered with a large engineering firm in the Fairfax, VA area to provide them with a Electrical Design Engineer. Please review the below description and let us know if you are interested.

Prioritized Must Have Skills for the Electrical Design Engineer:

#1. 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience in designing single family, 3-story townhouses, 4-story townhouses and multi-family apartment buildings is required.

#2. Proficient in AutoCAD MEP

#3. Experience drafting in the skilled trades industry.

Responsibilities of the Electrical Design Engineer:

• Prepare one-line diagrams with limited input from Engineers
• Respond to RFIs for the project and accurately review submittals with limited input
• Solve installation problems with electrical systems - includes travelling to the site to resolve issues
• Prepare floor plans showing electrical device layouts, circuitry, fixtures, equipment, etc.
• Review and create calculations for electrical loads and panel schedules
• Prepare specifications schedules for electrical equipment and materials
• Layout fire alarm devices on floor plans
• Select and schedule equipment with limited oversight by Senior Staff
• Apply risk management procedures daily to minimize our and clients exposure to problems
• Understand work planning and manage design process to the available hours in work plan
• If required, meet with contractors during and after the design process
• Oversee deliverables to and from clients
• Oversee and encourage coordination between disciplines
• Interface with Operations, Owners, and Subcontractors to discuss impact of work and resolution of problems

Requirements of the Electrical Design Engineer:

• B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering is required
• E.I.T. (Engineer in Training) Certification is a plus
• P.E. License is NOT required but is a plus
• 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience in designing single family, 3-story townhouses, 4-story townhouses and multi-family apartment buildings is required; experience with small commercial projects such as tenant fit outs, lounges, offices, and restaurants is a plus.
• Proficiency in Engineering Software such as AutoCAD MEP is required. Experience with REVIT and COMCheck is a plus.
• Possesses thorough knowledge of NEC and other codes
• Understands and applies concepts of voltage drop, conductor sizing, harmonics, etc.
• Ability to coordinate with other engineering disciplines
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Strongly motivated, well organized, and shows professional initiative
• Takes ownership of assignments
• Works well both independently and as part of the project team

Other

Key Requirements:

• Candidate must live local to Fairfax, VA
• 100% onsite, in-office role. Hybrid remote/Office work schedule after the completion of 90 day Performance review.
• No sponsor ships or visa holders. No Corp-to-Corp.

Benefits of the Electrical Design Engineer:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short / Long Term Disability
• 401 (k) Retirement Plan

About the Company:

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