Electrical Designer III

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.

• 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.

This position is Full Time, Non-Exempt, and reports to Lead Electrical Designer.

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:
• 5 - 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.

• 50% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location.

• 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.