Electrical Engineer

Kforce Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce Inc in Austin, TX is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the Infrastructure Electrical Engineering team. You will help design the electrical distribution system from medium voltage down to 120V loads and coordinate across disciplines with Construction to take projects from design through energization.

You will own the power distribution design, apply NEC code, prepare deliverables in Revit MEP (single-line diagrams, panel schedules, grounding, underground conduit drawings, power plans,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years in commercial/industrial MEP electrical design.
• Proficient in delivering electrical deliverables with Revit MEP.
• Experience using NEC to calculate overcurrent protection and size conductors/grounding.
• Experience designing low-voltage distribution (480V to 120V).

Responsibilities

• Own electrical power distribution design from scope through construction.
• Apply NEC to develop code-compliant designs.
• Coordinate with Design Managers, Manufacturing, Construction and other stakeholders.
• Prepare IFP/IFC electrical deliverables (single-line diagrams, panel schedules, grounding drawings, underground conduit drawings, power plans, lighting layouts) in Revit MEP.
• Perform field walks and surveys with peers and Construction.
• Review equipment submittals and specifications.
• Answer RFIs and design questions.

Skills

Electrical design skills

Revit MEP

NEC knowledge

Low voltage distribution

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

ElumTools

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforc's client in Austin, TX is looking for an Electrical Engineer to join their Infrastructure Electrical Engineering team. The Electrical Engineer will help design the electrical distribution system. Summary: Our electrical team owns and designs the complete power system from medium voltage distribution down to 120V loads. As an Electrical Engineer, you will coordinate across disciplines and partner with Construction to take projects from design through energization. Your skills and knowledge will grow exponentially as you tackle and solve problems related to design, procurement lead times and constructability. What You'll Do:

• Own electrical power distribution design from scope through construction
• Apply the National Electrical Code (NEC) to develop code-compliant designs
• Coordinate with Design Managers, Manufacturing, Construction and other stakeholders
• Prepare IFP/IFC electrical deliverables (single-line diagrams, panel schedules, grounding drawings, underground conduit drawings, power plans, lighting layouts) in Revit MEP
• Perform field walks and surveys with peers and Construction
• Review equipment submittals and specifications
• Answer RFIs and design questions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
• 3-5 years of experience in commercial and/or industrial MEP electrical design
• Proficiency preparing and completing electrical deliverables using Revit MEP
• Experience using the NEC to calculate overcurrent protection for conductors and transformers, as well as size conductors and grounding
• Experience designing low voltage distribution (480V to 120V)
• Highly organized, able to prioritize and multitask across projects and comfortable working across disciplines
• Strong desire to be part of a world-class team focused on achieving amazing results
• Experience with lighting calculations using ElumTools is a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.