Job Responsibilities
- Application of Knowledge of Design
- Maintains state-of-the‑art knowledge of new developments, products, systems and methods for the discipline, serving as a central resource for technical information and creative/innovative ideas.
- Initiates and supervises development and maintenance of design standards, technical details, standard specifications, checklists and production procedures for the discipline. Reviews/enforces compliance with standards.
- Assures adequacy of in‑house resource centers, libraries, publications, codes, standards, testing equipment and similar materials relating to the discipline.
- Reviews and selects discipline‑specific analysis and modeling software.
- Design
Establishes/maintains procedures for assuring design and construction quality standard and is responsible for discipline quality assurance. Assists quality control and assurance staff in areas of expertise. Signs and seals documents when Business Unit registration is not available, providing design oversight as required by State engineering laws and rules. Serves as discipline resource in the company "designing for safety" program and provides technical assistance during construction for problem solving when special expertise is needed.
- Construction Support
Receives information of post‑construction performance of completed projects, incl. operating experience, and incorporates this information into discipline standards and procedures. Provides technical assistance during construction for problem solving when special expertise is needed.
- Project Management
Develops and disseminates discipline information to discipline, other AE, construction and support unit staff to broaden knowledge and understanding of discipline terminology, goals & activities. Provides technical guidance and strategy assistance in development of design concepts (including proposals) and participates in strategic planning meetings when expertise is requested. Assists discipline staff in developing estimates of staff hours & budgets. Serves as discipline resource in designing for safety. Assists in engagements & interfaces with professional consultants, design‑build subcontractors & vendors.
- Profitability / Planning / Scheduling
Prepares design scope & man‑hour estimates for new projects, reviews progress & maintains profitable project margins. Researches & updates project management team on critical permitting activities & their impact on overall schedule. Assists in engagements & interfaces with professional consultants, design‑build subcontractors & vendors.
- Professional Development
Responsible for discipline staff reviews, career/professional development, mentoring & technical competence. Encourages & assists in registration, continuing education & expansion of technical knowledge. Recommends salary adjustments & bonuses for discipline staff. Represents the company externally on all professional, technical & other matters relating to the discipline, including participation in professional organizations. Maintains state‑of‑the‑art knowledge of new developments, products, systems and methods, serving as a central resource for technical information and creative/innovative ideas.
- Leadership
Responsible for discipline staff reviews, career/professional development, mentoring & technical competence. Encourages & assists in registration, continuing education & expansion of technical knowledge. Recommends salary adjustments & bonuses for discipline staff. Represents the company externally on all professional, technical & other matters relating to the discipline, including active participation in professional organizations at local & national levels. Serves as champion of sustainable design for projects.
Education / Experience
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university. Minimum 10 years' experience within the electrical engineering discipline as well as experience in design‑build and/or construction with a background in Quality.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, License, Certifications
Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE)
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
BIM: Manager level proficiency with Autodesk RevIT and AutoCAD programs.
Ability to read and effectively interpret building construction documentation and associated reports.
Excellent interpersonal/communication skills (written and verbal) to effectively work with