SENIOR DESIGNER (ELECTRICAL)

SUBURBAN CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SUBURBAN CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC. is seeking a Senior Designer (Electrical) for our Hackensack, NJ office.

The role involves leading electrical design tasks across water, wastewater, land development, parks, and gas utility projects, coordinating with clients and officials, and ensuring adherence to local and state regulations. Requirements include a Civil Engineering background, 3 years of experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD, REVIT, and electrical power systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• 3 years’ experience is required.
• PE License Track Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs, analyzes, and interprets data and performs research and investigations.
• Perform load calculations, circuit and conductor sizing calculations, protective device coordination studies, Arc Flash calculations.
• Complete power distribution plan designs, single-line drawings, grounding plans, panel schedules, cable schedules, cable tray layouts, lighting plans, control narratives, control schematics, interconnect diagrams, heat trace drawings.
• Develop equipment data sheets, bill of materials, submittal reviews and approvals.
• Assign tasks to technical staff and review completed work.
• Assist with scheduling and budgetary requirements, proposals, and project close outs.
• Attend project meetings and present specific aspects of technical assignments.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD (MEP/Electrical)

Plant 3D

REVIT

Arc Flash

ETAP

SKM

0-4160V applications

Job description

Title

Senior Designer (Electrical)

Reports to

Project Manager

Location

Office in Hackensack, NJ preferred, but we are open to having this candidate report to Flanders or Wall, NJ

Salary Range

$35-$45/hr, based on experience and qualifications

Brief Description

Under some direction, routinely plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the Electrical engineering work for the Water and Wastewater, Land Development, Parks and Recreation, and Gas Utility Departments, along interacting with Clients and officials for project tasks, and does other related duties as required. Candidates shall be knowledgeable applicable local, county, state and federal rules, regulations and industry practices. Familiarity with public bidding procedures and Local Public Contracts Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 5:34) is necessary. Must have the ability to organize assigned work and develop effective work methods.

Examples Of Work/duties

• Designs, analyzes, and interprets data, along with research and investigations.
• Perform load calculations, circuit and conductor sizing calculations, protective device coordination studies, Arc Flash calculations, etc.
• Complete power distribution plan designs, single-line drawings, grounding plans, panel schedules, cable schedules, cable tray layouts, lighting plans, control narratives, control schematics, interconnect diagrams, heat trace drawings, etc.
• Develop equipment data sheets, bill of materials, submittal reviews and approvals, etc.
• Assign tasks to technical and administrative staff as needed.
• Performs a thorough review of completed work.
• Assists with scheduling and budgetary requirements.
• Assists with proposals and project close outs.
• Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of technical assignments.
• Note: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Requirements (education, Licensing, Certifications, Etc.)

• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 3 years’ experience.
• PE License Track Preferred.
• Proficient in:
• Microsoft Office
• 0-4160V applications
• AutoCAD (specifically MEP and Electrical), Plant 3D, and/or REVIT
• Arc Flash, ETAP, and SKM
• 120V-480V single and three phase power infrastructure and affiliated backup power

This is a full-time position located at our Hackensack, NJ Office, but we are open to having this candidate report to Flanders or Wall, NJ. The work hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. SCE offers excellent compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays for this position. Candidates submitted via recruiter will not be considered.