Electrical Engineering Designer, MEP

Halff Associates, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life insurance

401(k) with ESOP benefit

Paid time off and holidays

HSA options

Job summary

Halff Associates, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineering Designer in San Antonio, TX with at least 2 years of electrical systems design experience.

You will produce detailed electrical drawings, panel schedules, and one-line diagrams, using Revit and other CADD tools, under senior supervision. You will collaborate with engineers, prepare cost estimates and specifications, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to meet project requirements while adhering to NEC, IESNA, ASHRAE 90.1 and

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience designing electrical systems.
• Advanced proficiency in CADD software, including Revit, with a proven ability to create and review high-quality design plans.
• Associates Degree in related field is required; Bachelor's degree is a plus
• Working knowledge of NEC, IESNA, ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting survey data and performing complex calculations related to grading, drainage, and utilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and documenting design changes.
• Project management skills to oversee multiple electrical engineering projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) for documentation and reporting.
• Comprehensive understanding of electrical engineering principles, design practices, and relevant codes and standards.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies.
• Attention to detail and precision in all aspects of design and documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Creative problem-solving skills to identify and resolve design issues efficiently.
• Collaborative mindset, able to work effectively within a team and coordinate with clients, regulatory authorities, and project stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn new skills and embrace technological advancements relevant to the field.
• Professionalism and commitment to high standards of work quality and ethical conduct.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating and maintaining detailed technical drawings for electrical engineering projects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to industry standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, supporting project documentation, and contributing to quality control and continuous improvement efforts within the design team.
• Provide basic design, layout, and circuiting of equipment for electrical systems, (i.e. lighting systems, lighting controls, circuiting HVAC and Plumbing equipment, etc.)
• Set-up drawing sheets in REVIT, develop panel schedules, and develop one-line diagrams.
• Assisting in estimated project construction cost and specification writing.
• Lead the preparation of conceptual designs and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project feasibility and alignment with client specifications.
• Manage multiple electrical engineering projects simultaneously, adhering to strict deadlines and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Electrical design concepts

Team collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Associates of Electrical Engineering (required)

Bachelor's degree in related field (plus)

Tools

Revit

CADD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Electrical Engineering Designer, San Antonio, TX

Halff is looking for an experienced CADD Designer to support our Electrical Engineering department in San Antonio, TX. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience with power and lighting design concepts and must be capable of performing routine calculations, equipment layout, lighting selection and photometrics calculations, circuiting electrical panels, and electrical feeder schedules under supervision of senior staff. The Electrical Designer is responsible for designing, drafting, and coordinating electrical engineering projects. This role involves creating detailed design plans, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring that all projects meet technical standards and regulatory requirements. This position offers an excellent career development opportunity for someone looking to grow with Halff, with potential for not only business and personal growth, but ownership in the firm.

What you will do:

• Responsible for creating and maintaining detailed technical drawings for electrical engineering projects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to industry standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, supporting project documentation, and contributing to quality control and continuous improvement efforts within the design team.
• Provide basic design, layout, and circuiting of equipment for electrical systems, (i.e. lighting systems, lighting controls, circuiting HVAC and Plumbing equipment, etc.)
• Set-up drawing sheets in REVIT, develop panel schedules, and develop one-line diagrams.
• Assisting in estimated project construction cost and specification writing.
• Lead the preparation of conceptual designs and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project feasibility and alignment with client specifications.
• Manage multiple electrical engineering projects simultaneously, adhering to strict deadlines and regulatory requirements.

What you will need:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience designing electrical systems.
• Advanced proficiency in CADD software, including Revit, with a proven ability to create and review high-quality design plans.
• Associates Degree in related field is required; Bachelor's degree is a plus
• Working knowledge of NEC, IESNA, ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting survey data and performing complex calculations related to grading, drainage, and utilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and documenting design changes.
• Project management skills to oversee multiple electrical engineering projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) for documentation and reporting.
• Comprehensive understanding of electrical engineering principles, design practices, and relevant codes and standards.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies.
• Attention to detail and precision in all aspects of design and documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Creative problem-solving skills to identify and resolve design issues efficiently.
• Collaborative mindset, able to work effectively within a team and coordinate with clients, regulatory authorities, and project stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn new skills and embrace technological advancements relevant to the field.
• Professionalism and commitment to high standards of work quality and ethical conduct.

The Halff MEP Engineering Advantage

• Our professionals aim to design buildings that use less energy, generate less waste and cost less to maintain.
• Our staff knows there isn't one right answer to MEP challenges.
• We understand the demands of managing multiple projects under Indefinite Delivery/Indefinity Quantity contracts.

To learn more about Halff's MEP Engineering services, check out some of our projects, and/or meet our team

Half's MEP and ICT Engineering Services:

• Cybersecurity
• Engineering Studies
• Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
• LEED and Renewable
• Lighting System Design
• Mechanical and Air Systems Design
• Plumbing System Design
• Power System Design

Company Overview:

Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed - and purposed - for people. Since 1950, we've been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality. Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It's no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America. Our industry-leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways. You can view Halff's full complement of services here Halff has over 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Arizona and Georgia. For a full list of our locations, click here We offer excellent benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Click here for a more comprehensive list of Halff's benefits

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Halff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.

Education

Associates of Electrical Engineering (required)

Experience

• 2 years: Working knowledge of NEC, IESNA, ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC (required)
• 2 years: Experience with REVIT (required)
• 2 years: Experience designing electrical systems (required)

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