Sr. Electrical Engineer

Career Collective; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Collective in the United States is seeking a senior electrical engineer to design electrical power, lighting, security, and fire alarm systems for a range of projects from concept to completion.

You will perform calculations, review codes, coordinate with utilities and AHJs, and guide junior engineers to ensure quality designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related) required.
• At least 15+ years of professional experience in design and development of MEP projects.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations, specify, size, and layout power, lighting, security, and fire alarm systems.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA-72, Energy Code, and IBC including local AHJ modifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe; on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical power systems, lighting, security, and fire alarm systems for diverse projects.
• Perform short circuit, voltage drop, load calculations; conductor sizing.
• Review client needs and decide on electrical design approach.
• Coordinate with utilities and Building Department officials for plans and services.
• Review shop drawings and attend meetings with contractors.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure design quality.

Skills

Electrical design

Engineering calculations

Code compliance NEC/NFPA-72/IBC

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

About the job

Responsibilities

• Design electrical power systems, interior and exterior lighting, security (CCTV), and fire alarm systems related to residential, public, commercial, and industrial projects for both new construction and renovation.
• Electrical short circuit calculations, voltage drop calculations, load calculations, and conductor / raceway sizing.
• Perform code review
• Review client needs and decide on electrical design approach
• Electrical equipment selections
• Layout and design of electrical systems for drawings and specifications
• Coordinate with electrical utility companies as may be required to coordinate new services and upgrade existing electrical services.
• Work directly and coordinate with Building Department officials as may be required for plan approval.
• Complete projects by guiding and coordinating efforts of electrical project team members.
• Design lighting fixture layouts, fixture specifications, schedules, and lighting controls.
• For projects - oversee site visits, attend site meetings and punch lists as the technical consultant.
• Review shop drawings and attend meetings with contractors.
• Help junior electrical engineers with design questions and review designs for accuracy/quality.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing vendor networks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering with 15+ years of professional experience.
• Experience in designing and developing MEP projects from concept to completion.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations, specify, size, and layout power, lighting, security, and fire alarm systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with multiple deadlines.
• PE required but those with no PE are also considered for our SR designer role or project engineering role.
• Knowledge of electrical and building codes and standards, including: National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA-72, Energy Code, and International Building Code (IBC), including modifications by local AHJ.
• Ability to design electrical construction documents including drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and adobe required. This can be brushed up in on-the-job training we provide.