Lead Electrical Engineer

Grace Design Studios; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Profit sharing bonuses

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm is searching for an experienced Licensed Professional Electrical Engineer to lead their Electrical Engineering Department. This role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience and a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering. Responsibilities include project budgeting, system design, quality control oversight, and mentoring engineers. The firm offers employer-paid health insurance, profit-sharing bonuses, and a 401(k) plan with an employer match, providing a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering.
• Thorough understanding of code compliance requirements like NEC, NFPA, and IEEE.
• Expertise in electrical layout design and inspection.

Responsibilities

• Develop project budgets and schedules.
• Design building electrical systems following energy-efficient practices.
• Prepare detailed construction documents.
• Oversee construction assessments and quality assurance.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Skills

Professional Engineer in the State of Louisiana

Project management

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Electrical layout design

Cost estimation

Planning and report generation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suites

Job description

Overview

Description We are seeking an experienced Licensed Professional Electrical Engineer at any of our locations to lead our Electrical Engineering Department and join our team. With a strong track record and repeat clients in various studios including healthcare, hospitality, education, corporate, and more, we excel through inter-disciplinary collaboration in a relaxed, productive environment allowing team members to excel using their expertise and talents.

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Professional Electrical Engineer at any of our locations to lead our Electrical Engineering Department and join our team. With a strong track record and repeat clients in various studios including healthcare, hospitality, education, corporate, and more, we excel through inter-disciplinary collaboration in a relaxed, productive environment allowing team members to excel using their expertise and talents.

Responsibilities

• Develop project budgets and schedules.
• Perform engineering calculations.
• Design building electrical systems following energy-efficient and sustainable practices, recommending strategies to improve building efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
• Prepare detailed construction documents, including one-line diagrams, area classifications plans & details, grounding & routing plans, installation details, wiring schematics & diagrams specifications, and equipment schedules. Ensure all designs comply with relevant building codes and industry standards.
• Oversee construction assessments, quality assurance, and review submissions requiring specialized expertise beyond construction management.
• Ensure quality control for active projects and mentor less experienced engineers within the department.
• Collaborate with other disciplines of Engineers, Designers, and Construction QA/QC for scope and deliverables completion.
• Assist with preparation of contracts in defining scope, programming, and scheduling.
• Create cost estimates and timelines, scrutinize preliminary and final designs, plans, and specifications for technical adequacy.
• Generate necessary correspondence, technical reports, contract documents, fact sheets, and progress reports, as well as prepare finalized construction drawings suitable for contractor bidding.
• Monitor installations and operations to verify adherence to design, equipment specifications, and safety protocols.
• Utilize computer-aided engineering software (such as Revit & AutoCAD) for assigned engineering tasks.
• Stay abreast of the latest technological advancements in electrical engineering.
• Assist in recruitment, training, and orientation processes.

Required Skills

• Professional Engineer in the State of Louisiana
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering
• Demonstrate thorough understanding and application of code compliance requirements and industry standards, including NEC, NFPA, and IEEE codes for power system design.
• Proficient in planning and report generation.
• Exhibit exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
• Showcase proficiency in project management, planning, organizational skills, attention to detail, and multitasking.
• Display a strong understanding comprehension of construction techniques and practices, with adept problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Have expertise in electrical layout design, inspection, and cost estimation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites, engineering software for project planning and circuit diagrams, and familiarity with power, control switchgear, lighting, batteries, fire alarm systems, and CAD/Revit tools.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health insurance
• Profit sharing bonuses
• 401(k) plan with an employer match
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Vision, dental, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and supplemental life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program