Sr. Electrical Designer

VoltAir Inc.; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to leverage their expertise in designing innovative electrical systems. This role involves collaborating with multi-discipline teams to deliver impactful projects that enhance community infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, particularly in commercial settings, and will be responsible for overseeing the design process from concept to completion. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will make a difference in various sectors, including healthcare and education, while enjoying a flexible work environment and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work options

Flexible Time Off policy

Generous paid holiday schedule

Paid parental leave

401k plan with company match

Education assistance & professional development

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering management.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• Proficient in Revit MEP and other engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems including lighting and power distribution.
• Prepare and layout BIM drawings, coordinating with all disciplines.
• Perform construction administration tasks and manage project scope.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

BIM Software

Revit MEP

Microsoft O365

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

BIM Software

Revit MEP

Microsoft O365

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The Sr. Engineer, Electrical will apply their professional and technical expertise to designing electrical engineering concepts and options that align with the owner’s vision for each project. This individual should have a solid understanding of the consulting engineering process and the contractual documents

which are involved.

Responsibilities

• Determine the scope of assigned projects and utilize software programs to create the electrical system designs including lighting, power distribution, emergency generation systems, fire alarm, security, or other electrical systems
• Determine cost-effective system layouts, quantities/sizes, and specifications, and verify code compliance of the system designs
• Preparation and layout of BIM drawings and coordination with all other disciplines at all phases of project production, including schematic design phase, design development phase, permitting phase, and construction documents phase
• Perform construction administration tasks including, but not limited to, site observations, shop drawing review, and preparation of punch lists
• Define appropriate project scope and ensure it is accurately reflected in the contract documents. Proactively manage any possible scope of work variances to ensure client satisfaction and that projects stay on track
• Maintain excellent business relationships and communication with clients, partners, architects, owners, other design and construction professionals, and various code officials regarding the overall engineering project, associated assignments, and action items
• Support with mentoring more inexperienced electrical engineers/designers
• Miscellaneous duties, as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering required
• At least 10 years of experience in electrical engineering management and design of commercial buildings preferably in aviation, higher education, health care, hospitality, entertainment, or governmental facilities
• Minimum 7 years of experience leading and coordinating multi-discipline engineering teams
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
• Experience with a variety of project deliverable methods including design-build, design-bid-construct, fast-track and other construction delivery methods
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of local, state, and national codes, including other aspects of laws, regulations, and potential liabilities affecting the practice of engineering
• Revit MEP proficiency required, and familiarity with other engineering software programs
• Highly proficient technical/computer skills including Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Work, Excel), internet and web applications
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills; ability to clearly convey information, ideas, and concepts verbally, written, or in graphic form
• Ability to prepare original specifications for project systems and components, as well as complete project manuals with sub-consultant specifications when the company serves as the prime professional
• Must have the technical knowledge and hands-on experience to effectively evaluate various electrical engineering options for configuration of equipment and components
• Experienced with cost containment and reduction approaches and the capability of providing appropriate relative costs of different engineering approaches
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Uses resources efficiently, strives to reduce cost
• Strong conflict management abilities — a good listener, committed to finding solution to problems, works to address difficulties
• Comfortable maintaining professional relationships with clients, vendors, code officials, etc. Works well with internal and external teams, promotes a positive image of the company, strives to solve issues raised by customers
• Meets deadlines, works independently or as part of a team, accountable, maintains focus on set objectives and goals
• Excellent attention to detail and thoroughness in deliverables and communications, maintains high-quality standards, and good follow-up skills
• Ethical, honest, and accountable; maintains confidentiality, handles sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Has a bias for action and seeks new opportunities for continual improvement
• Keeps information organized and accessible, maintains efficient workspace, manages time well
• Monitors status of projects, thoroughly deals with project details, holds project owners accountable, delivers clear, accurate depiction of status
• Looks for opportunities to increase knowledge, works to increase responsibility, strives to achieve personal goals
• Ability to work effectively in a group or team environment as well as independently; values input and opinions of others
  
  

Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to perform the necessary job-related functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Commute to site investigations and assessments, or client meetings
• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods
• Work extended hours, evenings and weekends when necessary to meet business deadlines
• Regular use of office equipment such as a computer/laptop and computer screens
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other computer components
• Ability to see differences between colors, shades and brightness
• Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
• May occasionally be exposed to the following work conditions: work near/with moving mechanical parts; work near/with electrical currents; work in high places or underground; be exposed to fumes/airborne particles or caustic chemicals; withstand outdoor weather conditions; withstand moderate to very loud noises
  
  

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid work options
• Flexible Time Off policy
• Generous paid holiday schedule
• Paid parental leave
• 401k plan with company match
• Employee perks and discounts
• Education assistance & professional development
• Opportunity to work on impactful, headline-making projects that positively impact local and national communities
  
  

Who We Are

VoltAir, Inc, founded in 2006, is an engineering firm that provides Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, and Information Technology design and commissioning services. Our projects span aviation, office, restaurant, retail, higher education, parking, K-12, multi-family, healthcare, labs, recreational facilities and central energy plants. We are a certified minority-owned corporation and employ approximately 60 professionals. We are headquartered in Tampa, Florida, with additional locations in Orlando and Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Houston and Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas; Nashville, Tennessee; and Atlanta, Georgia.

Equal Employment Opportunity

VoltAir does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment policies on the basis of any protected characteristics. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race or color, religion, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical or mental disability status, pregnancy status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. In addition, we make reasonable accommodation to the needs of disabled applicants and employees, so long as this does not create an undue hardship on the business or threaten the health or safety of others at work.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning

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