Electrical Engineer - Building Engineering

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is seeking an Electrical Engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in electrical design and a Professional Engineer (PE) license. Responsibilities include coordinating the electrical design team on projects, conducting QA/QC, and assisting with contract administration. A commitment to the company's employee-owned culture is essential. This position is based in New York, NY.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in electrical design of buildings.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience with sustainable design/LEED is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work of the electrical design team.
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other engineers.
• Provide construction contract administration as needed.

Skills

Electrical design of buildings

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

Electrical specifications writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Tools

SKM

AGI

Easy Power

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-storyEach and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work of the electrical design team on large institutional/industrial projects through the schematic design development and contract document phase of a project
• Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
• Coordinate workload to complete the document on schedule
• Conduct work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines
• Review electrical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Write/edit electrical specifications and select equipment, electrical systems and devices
• Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed‑upon changes into the project documents
• Provide construction contract administration as needed
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Electrical Engineers, Electrical Coordinators or Technicians
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems)
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required
• Preference is given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
• Previous experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI and Easy Power
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Primary Location

United States-New York-New York

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Equal Employment Opportunity

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.