Electrical Engineer, Healthcare

Osborn Engineering; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Akron, Ohio is searching for a Senior Electrical Engineer. This role requires 8+ years of experience in electrical design, particularly in healthcare systems. Candidates should be proficient with design software like Revit and AutoCAD and have a strong grasp of the National Electrical Code. The ideal applicant will also possess strong leadership and communication skills, with a commitment to client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of electrical design in consulting engineering.
• Strong knowledge of design and analysis software.
• Proficient in National Electrical Code (NEC) and construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Technical design leadership and project oversight.
• Coordinate electrical needs and sizing.
• Prepare design deliverables for projects.

Skills

Electrical design

Mentoring

Technical communication

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SKM

ETAP

Easy Power

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Overview

Founded in 1892, Osborn is one of the oldest and most respected engineering firms in the country. We are Client Inspired and Engineering Driven, delivering sophisticated, practical, and innovative engineering solutions. Osborn is a multi-discipline team of engineers and designers in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection/life safety, technology, structural, civil, transportation and commissioning. As an employee-owned firm, Osborn employees are committed to ensuring that projects are completed with pride and clients’ expectations are exceeded.

Position

Osborn Engineering is seeking a Senior Electrical Healthcare Engineer with 8+ years of experience who will report to the Manager of Electrical Engineering. The ideal candidate would have strong electrical design experience in a consulting engineering environment working with private and public sector clients in healthcare systems.

Responsibilities

• Technical design leadership, project oversight
• Coordinate with specialists for fire alarm, technology and lighting design as required by project scope of work
• Coordinate with architects, mechanical/plumbing engineers and other disciplines for equipment power needs and sizing electrical distribution
• Perform electrical design calculations for electrical loads and panel schedules
• Develop electrical systems one-line diagrams
• Select and schedule electrical equipment
• Edit specifications to reflect the project requirements
• Meet with vendors to determine specification requirements for application
• Coordinate with other disciplines for all electrical design elements
• Prepare design deliverables for SD, DD, CD level documents
• Perform project construction administration including response to RFI’s and accurate review of submittals
• Perform field verification and take-offs of existing systems for renovation projects
• Perform analysis, design and documentation of power distribution, lighting systems, and grounding systems
• Review designs prepared by others as part of Osborn’s QA/QC process
• Attend meetings with clients, authorities having jurisdiction, and other professionals as projects require
• Work with department managers for planning and managing the design process to the available hours in the work plan
• Participate in improvement of department standards of design, including drawing details and specifications

Qualifications

• 8+ years of electrical design in consulting engineering
• Strong knowledge of design and analysis software such as Revit, AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, Easy Power
• Strong ability to mentor staff and promote department technical career growth
• Proficient knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), State Energy Code, NFPA, and FGI Guidelines
• Strong experience with electrical system studies such as short circuit, over-current device coordination, and Arc Flash Hazard analysis per NFPA 70E
• Proficient knowledge of standard construction practices and the ability to work with contractors to address construction issues
• Experience in designing Healthcare, Sports, Commercial, Public Sector, Industrial, Education, and/or Institutional projects
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• PE License preferred

Additional Information

• Team Player
• Self – Starter
• Positive Attitude
• Strong Work Ethic
• Critical Thinker
• Detail Oriented
• Innovative
• Good Communicator
• Organized
• Strong time-management skills

EEO

Osborn Engineering does not currently accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or recruiters. If you wish to be considered in the future for our list of approved recruiters, please send an e-mail to recruitment. All resumes sent directly to management will not be considered.