Electrical Designer

Cupertino Electric, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical design firm in San Jose, California, seeks an Electrical Designer with 4-6 years of experience in the electrical design sector. The role involves designing power and lighting systems, mentoring junior designers, and coordinating design documents. Candidates should possess a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and preferably hold EIT certification. Essential skills include proficient AutoCAD and communication skills, along with a strong understanding of power systems and related codes.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years working for an electrical design firm or design build electrical contractor.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certified desired.
• Proficient understanding of fundamental power & lighting systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent design and modeling of power and lighting systems.
• Assemble design drawings and documents and provide delivery coordination.
• Mentor Designers and support professional development.

Skills

Good time management

Communication skills

People skills

Education

Electrical Engineering or similar Bachelor of Science degree

Tools

AutoCAD - MEP

REVIT

Basic Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Posting Title

Electrical Designer

Reports To

Managing Electrical Engineer

Location

San Jose, California

Salary Range

$125,000-140,000

Position Summary

Engineer Level 3: Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making adaptations and modifications. Assignments have clear and specified objectives. This level requires developmental experience in a professional position or equivalent graduate-level education. Receives instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features, and possible solutions. Assistance is furnished on unusual problems. Work is reviewed for correctness and application of the QAQC Process and professional judgment. Includes responsibilities and tasks outlined in Engineer Levels 1 – 2.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May supervise or coordinate the work of other designers and CAD/VDC production team.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform independent design and modeling of power and lighting systems for Commercial – Industrial – Data Center facilities
• Perform design tasks assigned by lead Engineers
• Assemble design drawings and documents and provide or coordinate delivery
• Utilize software tools to perform broad range of engineering calculations and reports
• Prepare and coordinates portions of design effort and project scope requirements

Other Functions

• Increased interaction with Project manager, external design team and information management
• Maintain professional and technical development goals to acquire PE certification
• Mentor Designers
• Obtain Professional Development and Training

Other Responsibilities

• Thorough understanding of the Engineering department's design and CAD/VDC workflows
• Thorough understanding of CEI's business inter‑department functions
• Thorough proficient use of AutoCAD - MEP/REVIT, CAD and file management
• Thorough proficient understanding of fundamental power & lighting systems
• Thorough understanding of the various State and National CODES governing our work
• Provide Conformance to the Standards and processes outlined by the CAD/VDC Manager
• Support team and department objectives for individual and department development.

Minimum Requirements

• Electrical Engineering or similar Bachelor of Science degree
• 4-6 years working for an electrical design firm or design build electrical contractor
• Basic Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD - MEP/REVIT - Etap/SKM (desired)
• Good time management, communication and people skills
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certified desired

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

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