Senior Electrical Engineer

Apex Engineering Group; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary base pay range stated

Job summary

Apex Engineering Group seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead and contribute across planning, design and construction on diverse Fargo, ND projects. You will supervise CAD/BIM staff, coordinate with project managers and clients, and ensure code compliance and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a PE license, 10+ years in electrical systems for commercial, healthcare or educational facilities, and strong communication skills. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Masters in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer Registration (ND or MN preferred) or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 10+ years of experience as an electrical project engineer preferred.
• Experience with electrical systems in commercial, health care, and educational facilities.
• Experience with civil electrical and water/wastewater electrical engineering is a plus.
• Experience with process instrumentation and control engineering is a plus.
• Experience with industrial clients is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical engineering design; familiar with codes, standards, and industry practices; strong written and verbal communication.
• Detail oriented, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Experience as a project lead on complex, multi-disciplinary engineering design projects.
• Proficient in Windows/Office; AutoCAD 2017+; Revit a plus; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional electrical engineering services for internal project managers and external clients, including planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction observation and project management.
• Communicate updates to project managers through all design phases (planning, 30%, 60%, 90%, 100%).
• Attend company, project, and client meetings as directed by supervisor.
• Handle difficult or confrontational situations with clients/contractors as directed.
• Delegate and supervise CAD/BIM Technicians, Graduate Engineers, and Field Technicians.
• Follow company CADD/BIM procedures and client CADD/BIM procedures as required.
• Follow employee handbook and safety policies.
• Work independently and in a team.
• Travel and out-of-town stays may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project lead

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Team leadership

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor or Masters in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer Registration (ND/MN preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

Job description

Office Location: Fargo, ND

Position Description

The primary responsibilities of a Sr. Electrical Engineer position includes working as a key team member on projects from the planning phase through design and construction. A Sr. Electrical Engineer shall be capable of independently and collaboratively contributing to the design and development of project plans and specifications at various stages of the project schedule while working with project team members. Additional responsibilities may include taking on the role of the project engineer/representative in the field during the construction of projects as directed by your supervisor.

Essential Tasks and Duties

• Provide professional electrical engineering services for internal project managers and external clients by providing: planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction observation and project management.
• Communicate frequently and effectively with project managers on a consistent basis by providing updates and progress during all phases of projects (planning, and 30%, 60%, 90% and 100% design).
• Attend company meetings, project meetings and client meetings as directed by your supervisor.
• Effectively deal with potentially difficult or confrontational situations with clients and/or contractors as directed by internal project managers or supervisor.
• Delegate and supervise project tasks to CADD/BIM Technicians, Graduate Engineers, and Field Technicians on the project team.
• Understand and follow company CADD/BIM procedures and client CADD/BIM procedures when required.
• Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies.
• Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs as requested.
• Travel and out-of-town stays may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer Registration (ND or MN preferred) required or the ability to obtain registration within 6 months.
• 10 plus years of experience as an electrical project engineer preferred.
• Experience with electrical systems within commercial, health care, and educational facilities.
• Experience with Civil electrical and water/wastewater electrical engineering is a plus.
• Experience with process instrumentation and control engineering is a plus.
• Experience with industrial clients is a plus.
• Must have advanced knowledge of electrical engineering design and be familiar with applicable codes, standards, and acceptable industry practices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required with the ability to prepare written specifications and contract documents.
• Must be detail orientated, and self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must have experience as a project lead on complex, multi-disciplined engineering design projects.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD 2017 or newer.
• Revit experience a plus.
• A valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one is required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions.
• Required to work in an outdoor environment during construction season.
• Required to lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must work scheduled and required hours as agreed to with Supervisor.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements described here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks and duties.

Benefits

We're looking for experience, entrepreneurs and enthusiasm. Apex Engineering Group believes that every employee plays an important role in our company's success and that is why we strive to provide our employees with a benefits program that rewards them for their hard work and dedication they put forth everyday:

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

1. Performance-based bonuses
2. Health, dental, and vision insurance
3. Life insurance
4. 401(k) plan with employer match and profit-sharing contribution
5. Paid parental leave
6. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
7. Paid time off
8. Short- and long-term disability coverage
9. Employee wellness program

Salary Base Pay Range: $125k - $150k (Actual base pay is dependent on several factors, including experience, education, licensure, job location, and internal equity.)

EOE/AA

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