Electrical Engineering Associate

Barge Design Solutions; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Barge Design Solutions is seeking an Electrical Engineering Associate to support design for industrial, data center, federal, and healthcare projects in Chattanooga. You will work closely with Senior Engineers to deliver engineering solutions to clients and prepare electrical drawings in 2D/3D.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering (ABET), an EIT, and familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, SKM/ETAP. Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and site visits are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited university
• EIT Certification
• At least 2 years of experience in the industry is preferred
• Experience using Revit and AutoCAD
• Experience with SKM, ETAP, or similar tools
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret job-related manuals and documents
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal/communication and teamworking skills

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project team members, client representatives, review agencies to provide a comprehensive project report or detailed design.
• Prepare electrical drawings using computer assisted engineering to generate 2D and 3D models and plans.
• Assist in the analysis or preparation or modification of reports, specifications, and permits for projects
• Assist in the design of power distribution systems, lighting designs, and low voltage systems.
• Perform electrical calculations for load, voltage drop, cable sizing, and equipment designs.
• Perform electrical studies including short circuit analysis, coordination, and arc flash studies.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Participate in project site visits with other project team members as needed.
• Support Construction Administration by reviewing submittals and RFIs from contractors.
• Review and interpret NEC and project policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Other duties as requested

Skills

Electrical design

Revit

AutoCAD

ETAP/SKM

Team collaboration

Communication

MS Office

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SKM

ETAP

Job description

What We're Looking For

Barge Design Solutions is currently seeking a motivated individual for the Electrical Engineering Associate position to support the design of industrial, data centers, federal, and healthcare projects. This role works closely with Senior Engineers to provide engineering solutions to clients.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project team members, client representatives, review agencies to provide a comprehensive project report or detailed design.
• Prepare electrical drawings using computer assisted engineering to generate 2D and 3D models and plans.
• Assists in the analysis or preparation or modification of reports, specifications, and permits for projects
• Assist in the design of power distribution systems, lighting designs, and low voltage systems.
• Perform electrical calculations for electrical load calculations, voltage drop and cable sizing, electrical service sizing, and electrical equipment designs.
• Perform electrical studies including short circuit analysis, coordination, and arc flash studies.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Participate in project site visits with other project team members as needed.
• Participate in Construction Administration of projects by reviewing submittals, assisting engineers in responding to requests for information from contractors.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail.
• Review and interpret electrical code requirements on projects including National Electrical Code, standard operations, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested

Education & Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited university
• EIT Certification
• At least 2 years of experience in the industry is preferred
• Experience using Revit and AutoCAD
• Experience with SKM, ETAP, or similar tools
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret job-related manuals and documents
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal/communication and teamworking skills

Why join us?

Barge Design Solutions, Inc., is an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinary practice areas. The employee-owned company is more than 650+ people strong and serves clients nationwide from multiple U.S. locations. Barge is ranked on Engineering News-Record (ENR)’s Top 500 Design Firms and Architectural Record’s Top 300 Architecture Firms and is a certified Great Place To Work

Our Primary Purpose For Being In Business Is Ultimately To Create a Better Life By Unleashing The Potential Of Our People, Clients And Communities. This Purpose Is Supported By Our Company’s Core Values Because At The End Of The Day, Barge CARES

• Collaborate – Help and expect help. Teamwork is essential in what we do.
• Authentic – Honesty, integrity and trust are at the heart of everything we do. We are who we say we are.
• Responsible – We are accountable for our work, our attitude, and our actions. We make Barge better.
• Excellence – We go all in and expect more of ourselves than others expect of us.
• Service – We are humble. We use our gifts in service of others.

We believe that if we are living out our purpose for being in business and integrating our values into everything we do, we will ultimately achieve our vision to be the firm best known for being selected when it matters most.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Agency Submissions

No unsolicited agency submissions. Barge Design Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing agencies. Any unsolicited resume becomes the property of Barge Design Solutions, and no fee will be paid for resulting hires. Only agencies with a signed agreement are authorized to submit candidates.