Senior Electrical Designer (On-Site)

Cuhaci & Peterson Architects; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation available

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Paid PTO

Professional memberships paid

Job summary

Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, Engineers & Planners, Inc. in Orlando, FL is seeking an experienced Engineering Designer III to advance electrical system designs on complex projects.

You will collaborate with the Project Engineer and Manager, mentor junior designers, ensure code compliance, and deliver complete construction documents on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years’ experience; EIT preferred.
• Or associate degree with 10+ years in electrical design under PE supervision.
• 10+ years in electrical fields preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Complete duties of Engineering Designer III and ensure quality output.
• Maintain knowledge of discipline codes and building codes.
• Lead and educate client on design and project requirements.
• Meet with Project Engineer/Manager to discuss scope, schedule, budget.
• Prepare design budgets and schedules with Project Manager/Engineer.
• Estimate man-hours to complete design requirements.
• Mentor Designers I–III and supervise design efforts.
• Produce complete construction documents matching client needs.
• Review preliminary/final design with other disciplines for coordination.

Skills

Engineering calculations

System design

Leadership

Communication skills

Code knowledge

Project coordination

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

EIT preferred

Assoc. degree + 10+ yrs experience

Job description

About this position

Description:

• Individuals assigned to this classification will perform engineering calculations and must be able to layout and design systems in accordance with established policies, standards, procedures, code and shall exercise judgment in their application with minimal to no supervision.
• Individuals should be able to apply practical knowledge and experience in their field to resolve problems and conflicts related to the projects assigned to them. Individuals should be capable of independent decision-making for engineering tasks on the projects assigned to them.
• Individuals may supervise subordinate personnel and assist other engineers or designers.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of experience is required. EIT preferable.

Or

• An associate degree with minimum 10 years’ experience in the design of Electrical systems under the supervision of a Professional Engineer required.

Or

• 10+ years of practical experience in Electrical fields is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Able to complete the job requirement for Engineering Designer III successfully.
• Excellent knowledge of discipline specific codes and other building codes.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good leadership skills to educate client on design and other project requirements.
• Meet with the Project Engineer and the Project Manager to discuss the design scope, schedule, budget, phasing, site issues, and design review issues.
• Work with Project Manager and Project Engineer to prepare design budgets and schedules.
• Estimate discipline man-hours required to complete the design requirements of a project.
• Provide leadership and assign design job functions to designated designers and supervise their efforts in completing the project on time and within budget.
• Implement system types as selected by the Project Engineer and provide complete construction documents that match the client and project team's requirements.
• Review preliminary and final design with other disciplines for function, clearances, coordination, and final design selection. Perform a final review of the engineering drawings.
• Client contacts and coordination.
• Perform quality control (QC) on projects in coordination with all disciplines and project engineers.
• Mentor and motivate Engineering Designers I, II and III.
• Set high standards, Professional integrity and seek the company and client best interest.
• Ability to meet fast-paced deadlines while maintaining quality design.
• Additional duties as required.

Join us and enjoy the CP Perks:

• Superior Benefit Packages for the whole family and of course the pets too!
• Generous 401(K) company match - show me the money!!
• Generous PTO - vacay time!
• Casual "uncorporate" working environment - Jeans and Hey Dudes!!
• Employee Entertainment Benefits Discount Program.
• License renewals 100% paid by company.
• Professional membership renewals 100% paid by company.
• Continuing education lunch-n-learns, and industry convention attendance encouraged!
• Sign on bonus'.
• Relocation available.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Company sponsored charity events to participate in!
• Our Licensing Specialist loves to deal with the licensing boards and handles all the tedious forms, so you won't have too!
• Fully staffed Permitting department - they know how to deal with the jurisdictions!
• Highly skilled Designers in our Design Department - they love turning ideas into reality!
• Various sectors of business to include - Grocery, Retail, Big Box, Power Centers, Senior Living, Restaurant, Industrial, Multi-family, Convenience - We love bringing communities to life!
• We have experts in MEP, Fire Protection and Structural who tackle the technical issues!
• Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night keeps our CA department from their appointed surveys!

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Additionally, this job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship between the employee and Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, Engineers & Planners, Inc.