Electrical Designer - MEP

CPH; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Long-Term Disability

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

401K

Paid Personal Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Paternal Leave

Job summary

CPH is seeking an Electrical Designer to join our MEP team in Sanford, FL. You will design and draft electrical systems for commercial, government, restaurant, industrial, and retail projects.

The role involves coordinating with other engineers, architects, and clients to deliver on schedule and budget. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in electrical design, strong knowledge of NEC/NFPA/IEEE codes, and proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical design.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD, Revit.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and IEEE.
• Experience with power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams to develop electrical design concepts, including power distribution, lighting, and feeds to equipment.
• Create detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts using CAD tools.
• Perform calculations for load sizing, voltage drop, and circuit protection per codes.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to integrate electrical systems into project designs.
• Conduct field surveys to assess existing electrical systems and infrastructure.
• Review specifications, submittals, and shop drawings for compliance and quality.
• Provide guidance to junior designers to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Stay updated on electrical design trends, codes, and regulations.

Skills

Electrical design

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Description

CPH is a multi-disciplinary Engineering and Architecture firm that ranks in the nation’s Top 500 Design Firms by ENR Magazine. We are seeking an

Department: MEP

Location: Sanford, FL

Description

CPH is a multi-disciplinary Engineering and Architecture firm that ranks in the nation’s Top 500 Design Firms by ENR Magazine. We are seeking an Electrical Designer to join our dynamic MEP team in Sanford, FL or Green Bay WI!

The Electrical Designer will design and draft electrical engineering systems for a variety of project types including commercial, government, restaurant, industrial, retail centers, office buildings, site/street lighting, and lift stations. Assist on multiple projects simultaneously and coordinate with other engineering disciplines to complete tasks on schedule and on budget. Ideal candidate is self-motivated and works effectively in a team or individual situations. Must have excellent communication skills and able to prioritize work activities.

Duties Include

• Collaborate with project teams to develop electrical design concepts, including power distribution, lighting and power feeds to auxiliary equipemnt, fire alarm, and low voltage systems.
• Create detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts using industry-standard software and design tools.
• Perform calculations and analysis for load sizing, voltage drop, circuit protection, and energy efficiency in compliance with relevant codes and standards.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with other engineering disciplines, architects, and clients to integrate electrical systems into overall project designs.
• Conduct field surveys and assessments to gather information about existing electrical systems and infrastructure.
• Review and evaluate electrical specifications, equipment submittals, and shop drawings for compliance with project requirements and industry best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior designers, ensuring the accuracy and quality of their work.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in electrical design technologies, codes, and regulations, and incorporate them into project deliverables.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical design, preferably within a consulting or design firm.
• Proficiency in utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or similar tools for electrical design.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes and standards, such as NEC, NFPA, and IEEE.
• Experience with power distribution, lighting design, fire alarm systems, and low voltage systems.
• Familiarity with electrical system components, equipment, and materials.

Compensation & Benefits

• Dependent upon experience.
• CPH offers Medical, Dental and Vision and Long-Term Disability with a quality insurance company.
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• 401K, Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.