Electrical Engineer Professional

JobFinder Spain; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Electrical Engineer to join their Mission Critical Department. This exciting role focuses on designing advanced electrical systems for hyperscale data centers, providing you the opportunity to lead complex projects and collaborate with a dynamic team. With a legacy of excellence, this firm values innovation and growth, offering a supportive environment for professional development. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the consulting and design engineering world, this position is a perfect fit for you. Join a team that's committed to redefining standards in the AEC industry and take your career to the next level.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plans

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Short and long-term disability coverage

Company paid life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 13 years of electrical engineering experience required.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and topologies for mission critical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering design activities for complex projects.
• Manage stakeholder relations and ensure project execution aligns with company standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Self-Motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office Suite

Job description

Looking to leave a lasting footprint in the consulting and design engineering world?

With an impressive legacy spanning over four decades, DLB Associates is on the hunt for a seasoned professional Electrical Engineer. Join our team and contribute to our high-impact projects, which encompass some of the most technologically advanced environments in the world.

Location: Nationwide

Salary: DLB recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates.

Position Title: Electrical Engineer Professional

JOB SUMMARY

This position is available in DLB’s Mission Critical Department and focuses primarily on hyperscale data centers and related mission critical facilities.

The Electrical Engineer Professional will have the opportunity to collaborate with all design staff and oversee full cycle electrical design activities. This person will work as part of the Engineering Team and interact closely with organizational leadership to develop and edit project specifications and lead design development efforts.

The Electrical Engineer Professional will be self-directed on day-to-day work and independently performs most responsibilities. Will lead project teams and projects of complex scope and broader programs. Will coordinate activities of other personnel. Assists in the development of policies and procedures.

The Electrical Engineer Professional will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Lead Electrical Engineering Design Activities (40%)

• Independently perform advanced engineering work
• Perform advanced electrical design tasks including development of electrical distribution systems and topologies, infrastructure and equipment layouts and selection / sizing of equipment from conceptual design through construction documents
• Provide direction to project engineers to facilitate development electrical construction drawings and specifications
• Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to prepare drawings and visual aids
• Review and / or prepare book or sheet specifications for electrical systems
• Develop and / or review sequence of operations
• Develop proposals including project scope, schedule and budget
• Timely and effective management of project design team including resource forecasting and coordination
• Identify potential project scope changes and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
• Perform QAQC peer reviews for projects where he or she is not the lead design engineer

Lead Construction Activities (20%)

• Survey existing building conditions and prepares technical reports of findings
• Collect data and other information for construction documents
• Prepare project design and construction documents
• Lead the engineering team and interact closely with the project management team
• Review shop drawings and submittals
• Review and respond to RFIs
• Review and complete punchlists and project closeout documents
• Review and approve change order requests

Manage Stakeholder Relations (20%)

• Responsible for execution of the firm’s client value system and assuring that the project is executed in accordance with company policies and standards
• Serve as primary client contact for one or more clients. May act as a Client Program Manager with business development and marketing responsibilities.
• Assist with research for technical papers for conferences and journals

Organizational Development and Continuous Improvement of Policies and Procedures (20%)

• Mentor associates and assists with training and development to create a learning and growing environment
• Contribute to organizational training and standards development
• May assist in the strategic planning for the group
• May assist with hiring process

Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

Requirements

POSITION REQUIREMENTS (ADVANCED LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING)

• Knowledge of electrical topologies associated with mission critical facilities.
• Knowledge of electrical systems found in buildings including single/three phase power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, grounding and life safety systems
• Knowledge of electrical topologies and distribution systems
• Knowledge of codes and specifications for the design of electrical systems including National Electric Code, Life Safety and Energy Conservation Codes
• Knowledge of technical / design software including short circuit coordination and arc flash studies, equipment sizing, underground feeder calculations and lighting calculations
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
• Skilled at producing drawings and visual aids using Revit
• Skilled in performing code analysis including selection of equipment, wiring, etc. to meet code requirements
• Skilled in performing code analysis and advanced knowledge of electrical codes
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
• Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
• Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

Frequently required to remain in a stationary position

Frequently moving through office, facility and other environments

On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

TRAVEL / RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Up to 10%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from ABET accredited institution
• PE in related discipline

PLUS

• Minimum of thirteen years of electrical engineering experience

DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.

Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!

DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include:

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Health reimbursement account (HRA), flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.