Electrical Engineer - Industrial Design-Build

Shambaugh & Son, L.P.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Shambaugh & Son, L.P. is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their Design-Build team in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The role involves assisting in the assembly of designs and estimates for food manufacturing and industrial refrigeration projects across the U.S.

Qualified candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and over 5 years of experience in electrical design. The position includes responsibilities in project management and interaction with clients and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of work experience in electrical design.
• Experience in design and construction of industrial facilities.
• Professional Engineer license in Indiana or Idaho preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and procure electrical design plans and specifications.
• Complete detailed take-offs of electrical scopes.
• Assist in obtaining regulatory approval for electrical scopes.
• Monitor and inspect work undertaken by subcontractors.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Communication skills

Subcontractor management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

About Us

We are one of the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors in Indiana and among the preeminent specialty contractors in the nation. We specialize in a full range of new and retrofit construction for industrial, food processing, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and bio‑fuel projects.

Job Summary

Shambaugh & Son is seeking an Electrical Engineer to work with our nationally recognized Design‑Build team. In this role you will be assisting with the assembly of designs, estimates and ultimate construction of food manufacturing facilities and stand‑alone industrial refrigeration projects constructed across the United States. Qualified candidates will be considered for a Program Management position, also acting as team lead and primary customer contact for projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Working closely with clients, outside design consultants and internal engineers during conceptual and final design to develop and/or procure electrical design plans, specifications and narratives
• Completing both conceptual and detailed take‑offs of electrical (service entrance, power, low voltage systems, etc.) scopes to be incorporated into the overall project budget or Guaranteed Maximum Price
• Assist management with the identification, pre‑qualification and bidding of electrical scopes of work, as needed
• Ensuring appropriate construction materials are incorporated into designs and conducting thorough review of consultant designs and subcontractor/vendor shop drawings to ensure design intent is met
• Providing technical advice to other members on the D/B team
• Assisting project management staff in obtaining local planning and/or regulatory approval for electrical scopes
• Monitoring and inspecting work undertaken by subcontractors and/or our own trades
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree/experience required.
• 5+ years of work experience in electrical design (essential)
• Experience in the design and construction of industrial, food manufacturing and/or cold box (refrigerated) facilities
• Professional Engineer license in Indiana or Idaho (not required)
• Advanced knowledge of construction methods, materials and codes
• Ability to assemble bid set (RFP) drawing packages
• Ability to liaise with third‑party electrical design professionals, as required
• Ability to liaise with professionals from other disciplines
• Experience with subcontractor management
• Experience in project management
• Good communication skills and ability to communicate with customers on remote sites (infrequent travel required)
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans/Disabled.