Senior Electrical Engineer, Hybrid, Data centers in San Jose

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In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project Manager, and work on a variety of projects, from small to large, providing a very high level of technical leadership. This individual is self‑motivated, solutions‑oriented, driven, organized, a critical thinker who is team‑focused, and capable of independent detailed work. They will represent the firm in all project interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members and may take on a project management role in small to medium projects.

• Perform electrical design utilizing the latest versions of engineering software.
• Ability to perform voltage drop calculations, short‑circuit calculations, breaker coordination studies, Arc Flash studies, etc.
• Ability to size overcurrent protection and feeder sizes for various electrical equipment.
• Ability to specify manufacturer's equipment utilizing manufacturer catalogs (i.e., UPSs, Panels, Switchboards, Transformers, etc.)
• Ability to design an emergency power supply system (EPSS), stand‑by power, etc., by sizing the associate electrical appurtenances (i.e., Generator, ATSs, MTSs, etc.) Ability to design towards NEC Article 700, 701, and 702.
• Ability to use Title 24 Compliance Software (Energy Pro) to validate Title 24 Compliance for Interior and Exterior Lighting Applications and other applicable software for energy compliance such as COMCheck.
• Experience designing electrical room layouts
• Experience designing in various sectors of the construction industry, including commercial, life sciences, data centers, hospitals (OSHPD), etc.
• Limited experience with Medium Voltage (MV) design, including specifying MV substations, Load Interrupter Switches (LIS), etc.
• Participate in presentations to clients.
• Prepare project start‑up documentation, notify marketing, and submit to accounting.
• Develop and achieve project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Schedule and track project milestones and deliverables; ensure adherence to contract.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
• Schedule and conduct internal kick‑off meeting with all disciplines present.
• Ensure that ATCE quality assurance procedures are implemented during the design process (design criteria submission, the basis of design narrative, design checklists, interdisciplinary coordination schedules, etc.).
• Review change orders and prepare project budgets.
• Prepare life cycle cost analysis studies.
• Conduct analyses to develop design options and recommendations.
• Develop and maintain positive client relationships; respond promptly to inquiries and initiate contact when needed or delays are imminent.
• Communicate directly with clients and, if required, act as the primary point of contact for Alfa Tech.
• Ensure that the preparation of project drawings, specifications, and reports meet the project schedule and are consistent with client requirements and standards.
• Assign duties and schedules within the project team and instruct project team members.
• Check all technical work for accuracy within his/her discipline. Review technical content with team leaders from each discipline involved in the project.
• Assists with establishing electrical design standards, specifications, and criteria for projects.
• Coordinate, support, and communicate with colleagues across disciplines.
• Reviews product data submittals and review shop drawings for conformance to contract documents.
• Take the lead on construction site observations, sustainability analyses, feasibility reports, and the basis of design reports.
• Attends and participate in the design and construction project team meetings.
• Maintain positive client relations after the project is finished to ensure securing future work.
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